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Pollution: Air
What are the major atmospheric pollutants and where do they come from? Discover what air pollution means for the environment and how it affects humans, from smog to acid rain. Earth Science - Human Impacts - Learning Points....
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The Water Cycle
All water on planet Earth is constantly cycled from the atmosphere, into reservoirs, and through plants and animals. The Earth's water has completed this cycle around 8 million times. Earth Science - Weather - Learning Points. Water on...
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Migration: Reproduction
Some animals must migrate to reproduce. Pacific salmon migrate thousands of kilometres to spawn - an epic journey which ends in death. Biology - Ecosystems - Learning Points. Pacific salmon migrate thousands of miles to reproduce. Their...
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How Are Rivers Formed?
From source to the sea, this film reveals how rivers are formed, and discovers why the Amazon River came to be so big. Earth Science - Geology - Learning Points. Rivers are vital to life on Earth. Rivers are formed from meltwater from...
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Waterfalls and Gorges
Waterfalls and gorges are closely linked as erosional features. Explore how each are formed and the different types of erosion at work. Earth Science - Geology - Learning Points. There are four forms of river erosion: attrition,...
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Meanders and Oxbow Lakes
Meanders and oxbow lakes are found in the middle course of a river. Discover how a meander forms and how this process can lead to an oxbow lake. Earth Science - Geology - Learning Points. At its middle course, a river gathers water...
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Land Formations
Learn how our planet's landscapes, from mountains to hills, plateaus to plains, have been sculpted over millions of years by powerful geological forces. Earth Science - Geology - Learning Points. The planet's diverse landscape is shaped...
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Sediment
Naturally occurring debris, often the product of weathering of rocks, carried by wind or water and deposited in a new location. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and...
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Rivers – Pixelate
What is it? … It’s a meandering river! People and places - Physical geography - Rivers A Twig Tidbit Film - Pixelate. A pixelated image unscrambles. The children have to guess what it is.
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Rivers – Odd one out
Four different cities are shown, but which is the odd one out? People and places - Physical geography - Rivers Learning Points Many large cities were deliberately built alongside rivers. A Twig Tidbit Film - Odd one out. The children...
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Rivers – True or false
True or false … Waterfalls are formed by erosion? People and places - Physical geography - Rivers A Twig Tidbit Film - True or False? The children have to determine if a statement is true or false.
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Floods – Spot the...
Six different river scenes are shown on screen… can you spot which ones show flood defences? People and places - Physical geography - Floods A Twig Tidbit Film - Spot the Difference. The children have to identify which objects belong in...
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Rivers – Clip
Learn how rivers can develop into oxbow lakes. People and places -Physical geography - Rivers A Twig Tidbit Film - Clip. A short film that extends the learning beyond the curriculum.
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Water cycle
Learn all about the Earth's water cycle. Physical processes -The Earth and beyond - Water and weather Learning Points Water constantly recycles itself through a process called the water cycle. Evaporation: the change of liquid water into...
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Water pollution
Life on Earth could not exist without water. However, human activities can cause water pollution. How can we prevent this? People and places -Human impact on the environment - Polluting our water Learning Points Human activity can...
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Humans on Earth
The number of people living on Earth is increasing daily. How does this affect the planet? People and places -Human impact on the environment - Humans on Earth Learning Points It is important to preserve natural resources and protect the...
Wonderscape
Connective Bodies of Water: Marshes, Estuaries, and Straits
Discover how marshes, estuaries, and straits connect different bodies of water and maintain balance in their ecosystems. Learn about the vital roles of marshes and estuaries in filtering water and supporting life, and see how straits act...
Wonderscape
Bodies of Water in Motion: Rivers, Streams, and Waterfalls
Discover the dynamic world of flowing water, from the winding paths of rivers and the fast-moving streams that join them, to the dramatic drops of waterfalls. Learn how these bodies of water are defined by their movement and the forces...
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Communities Near Water: Oceans, Rivers, and Lakes
This video explores the types of communities found near bodies of water such as oceans, rivers, lakes, and estuaries. Learn how these water sources shape the jobs, recreation, and daily life of people living in coastal, river, and lake...
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Beyond Plastic| Strategies to fight Global Pollution
This video highlights the dual impact of plastics on society. While plastics have revolutionized industries by providing waterproof packaging, non-stick cookware, and medical equipment, they have also caused severe environmental...
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The Appalachain Trail in Harper's Ferry
Take a walk along the Appalachian Trail near Harper's Ferry, West Virginia. This scenic spot attracts a lot of hikers every year as they approach the halfway point on the famous nature path. Road Trip: Harper's Ferry part 4
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Understanding Water Scarcity: Causes, Impacts, and Solutions
Delve into the concept of water scarcity, exploring both its physical and economic dimensions, its global impacts, and the daily struggles faced by communities affected by water shortages. Discover how factors like climate change,...
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Understanding the Hydrosphere: Earth's Water Realm
Explore the hydrosphere, encompassing all forms of water on Earth, from oceans and seas to freshwater lakes, rivers, and glaciers. Learn about the distribution of water across the planet and its vital role in sustaining life. Earth's...
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Viking Invasion: the Dawn of the Danelaw in Anglo-Saxon England
In 793, Vikings launched a brutal raid on the monastery at Lindisfarne, marking the beginning of a violent era for Anglo-Saxon England. As described in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle, the Vikings plundered and murdered, establishing their...