How would a Polar Bear do if you put it in the desert? Not well. But why? Why can't anything live anywhere? Well, this has to do with Habitats and how animals (including humans) are suited for living in one place over another. In this...

Howcast - Learn how to clean an espresso machine from the experts at Third Rail Coffee in this Howcast video.

In Water as a Natural Resource we are introduced to words such as habitat, ecosystem, watershed and estuary. Not only do kids learn that water exists everywhere on Earth, but that it is vital for life in plants, animals, and all other...

In Water as a Natural Resource we are introduced to words such as habitat, ecosystem, watershed and estuary. Not only do kids learn that water exists everywhere on Earth, but that it is vital for life in plants, animals, and all other...

It explains the concept of habitat and adaptation. It talks about classification of habitats.

The red panda is a vulnerable species, so saving their habitat is critical. Here's what the Red Panda Network is doing to help and how you can support their efforts.

In this video Paul Andersen defines biodiversity and explains the impacts humans are having on the planet's biodiversity. Humans are impacting the variety of life on our planet through habitat destruction, invasive species, pollution,...

Squeaks has been learning about the platypus and now he wants to learn more about where they come from. Join us as Jessi and Squeaks explore the world down under, Australia!





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It describes plant and animal life in different types of terrestrial habitats and talks about deserts, mountain regions and grasslands.

In this lecture, I introduce the topic of biodiversity, and talk about why biodiversity is important. I end the section talking about threats to biodiversity. Things like Habitat loss, habitat fragmentation and habitat degradation.

Freshwater mussel species, with names such as 'fatmucket,' 'bankclimber,' and 'heelsplitter,' are critical to river ecosystems. But, many species are in trouble. Nearly 70 percent of freshwater mussel species are considered threatened in...

Soil is a vital natural resource that supports life on Earth. It is a mixture of minerals, organic matter, gases, liquids, and organisms. Soil plays a crucial role in providing nutrients and moisture for plant growth, purifying water,...

Scientists traveled to a town near the top of the world to study a creature at the bottom of the marine food chain--microscopic sea ice algae. Welcome to Barrow, Alaska, where a team of marine ecologists gears up to hit the sea...

This video provides an engaging and informative look at eels, showcasing their unique characteristics and behaviors. Viewers learn about the eel's appearance, movement, habitat, and longevity. The footage offers a glimpse into the...

Explore the dynamic sawgrass prairie habitat with Ranger Christeal.

Howcast - Learn how to sing with a cold from vocal coach Cari Cole in this Howcast singing tutorial.

The video is a lecture presentation on the human impacts on biodiversity. The presenter discusses how common human activities, such as fishing and farming, can have unforeseen consequences that reduce biodiversity. They explain the...

Max Orbit asks questions about the world and searches for answers. This DVD series is designed to engage students while introducing scientific principles and concepts in a fun and entertaining way. In this program viewers will travel the...

Pods of killer whales inhabit the waters of every major ocean on Earth. Each family is able to survive thanks mainly to one member, its most knowledgeable hunter: the grandmother. These matriarchs can live 80 years or more and their...

When people picture New York City they see skyscrapers, subways, and a concrete jungle. But the Big Apple is really a seaside city built on an archipelago. In the wake of a century of industrial pollution and climate change-fueled...

In this video, students will learn about different biomes and habitats in the natural world. They will explore the tundra, forests, deserts, grasslands, chaparral, and aquatic biomes, discovering the unique plants and animals that call...

Pupil outcome: I can make notes about deforestation in the Amazon rainforest and its links to climate change to answer an essay question. Key learning points: - Before we write an essay, we need to research the subject, making notes that...

Discover the incredible speed, strength, and feeding habits of this apex predator, as well as its unique anatomy and adaptations for survival. Learn about the life cycle and habitat of great white sharks, and the important role they play...

Upon viewing the Needs of Living Things video series, students will be able to do the following: Explain that living things have the following characteristics: they are made up of one or more cells, carry out movement, grow, and develop....