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Tundra (2001, 2003)

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From the arctic tundra found in the Polar zones to the regions of alpine tundra located on the mountaintops of Europe and North America, students will get an up-close look at this fragile biome. Students explore the biodiversity that exists in these frozen expanses, while a fun, hands-on experiment demonstrates why so many tundra plants are dark in color.

Grade Level: 
Elementary
Middle
Length: 
00:23
Tundra

Rainforest Biomes (2001, 2003)

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Students will discover how the species of the rainforest have adapted to the temperature and humidity, and why the threat of its destruction will have a far-reaching impact on our planet.

Grade Level: 
Elementary
Middle
Length: 
00:23
Rainforest Biomes

Freshwater Ecosystems (2001, 2003)

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"Biomes of the World in Action" is a fun, informative series that takes students on a fast-paced eco-adventure around the world exploring the many characteristics that make these large regions of the world different from one another.

Grade Level: 
Elementary
Middle
Length: 
00:23
Freshwater Ecosystems

Marine Ecosystems (2001, 2003)

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Students will explore saltwater environments -- from shorelines to coral reefs -- and learn about the fish, plants, mammals and insects that depend on each other for survival in this aquatic biome. Examine concepts such as salinity and currents, and find out about the three major life zones found in ocean waters.

Grade Level: 
Elementary
Middle
Length: 
00:23
Marine Ecosystems

Deciduous Forests (2001, 2003)

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"Biomes of the World in Action" is a fun, informative series that takes students on a fast-paced eco-adventure around the world exploring the many characteristics that make these large regions of the world different from one another.

Grade Level: 
Elementary
Middle
Length: 
00:23
Deciduous Forests

Grasslands (2001, 2003)

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"Biomes of the World in Action" is a fun, informative series that takes students on a fast-paced eco-adventure around the world exploring the many characteristics that make these large regions of the world different from one another.

Grade Level: 
Elementary
Middle
Length: 
00:23
Grasslands

Deserts (2001, 2003)

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"Biomes of the World in Action" is a fun, informative series that takes students on a fast-paced eco-adventure around the world exploring the many characteristics that make these large regions of the world different from one another.

Grade Level: 
Elementary
Middle
Length: 
00:23
Deserts

The Black Death (2001)

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Looks at the story of the great epidemic plague that struck Europe in the mid-14th century and killed over 25 million. Discusses the causes and symptoms, spread of the plague, why it was so devastating to the population, the role of religion, the results of depopulation on agriculture, the economy, and the feudal system.

Grade Level: 
Middle
High
Length: 
00:15
The Black Death

Living in Medieval Europe (2001)

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This disc features "Living in Medieval Europe," an approximately 20-minute video program featuring age-appropriate content that explores the Middle Ages.

Grade Level: 
Elementary
Middle
Length: 
00:20
Living in Medieval Europe

Searching the Internet (2004)

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Using both the free Web and the invisible Web, students will learn how to focus, strategize, refine and evaluate their research throughout the search process.

Grade Level: 
Middle
High
Length: 
00:23
Searching the Internet

Avoiding Plagiarism (2004)

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Throughout their lives, successful people use information to make decisions, solve problems and communicate more effectively. Based on information literacy standards, this series helps students learn to navigate our complex, information-rich world through the development of critical research skills and the ability to access, evaluate and use information.

Grade Level: 
Middle
High
Length: 
00:23
Avoiding Plagiarism

Evaluating Sources (2004)

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Throughout their lives, successful people use information to make decisions, solve problems and communicate more effectively. Based on information literacy standards, this series helps students learn to navigate our complex, information-rich world through the development of critical research skills and the ability to access, evaluate and use information.

Grade Level: 
Middle
High
Length: 
00:23
Evaluating Sources

Media Literacy (2004)

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We live in a world saturated with media: Media Literacy is the ability to understand these messages and make informed decisions by learning to access, analyze, evaluate and even create various forms of media.

Grade Level: 
Middle
High
Length: 
00:23
Media Literacy

Organizing Research (2004)

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A successful research project depends on evaluating, analyzing and selecting information; developing and refining a thesis; and using quotes effectively to support an argument. The key to tying together solid sources, credible facts and supporting details into a cohesive and effective product is organization.

Grade Level: 
Middle
High
Length: 
00:23
Organizing Research

Presenting & Communicating Research (2004)

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In every research project comes the moment of truth: the presentation. Whether presented orally, in print or via multimedia, all effective presentations possess thoughtful content, a solid structure and an appropriate format for the target audience.

Grade Level: 
Middle
High
Length: 
00:23
Presenting & Communicating Research

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