From the internationally acclaimed strand of geography-based documentaries, Summerhill Entertainment presents twenty six exciting hours that explore the rich and diverse natural world.
Subjects: Earth Science
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Geology Series
Geology is the study of rocks, rock formations, and structure of the earth. Geology covers the fundamental concepts and terms used by geologists, such as the geologic time scale, the earth’s interior, volcanos and earthquakes, continental drift, weathering, the types of rocks, plutons, folds and slips. (6 x 26:00)
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Earth Science Collection: Primary Grades
Written by teachers who understand the importance of presenting a visual approach to the standards that govern what a child needs to know as they progress through their education. These programs will captivate your students as they study the key concepts needed for a strong understanding of your Earth Science unit. DVD features include on-screen teacher’s guide and vocabulary plus chapter selections. (9 DVDs or 9 VHS x various lengths)
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Habitats Series
Take your class on a visual field trip as we visit the great habitats of the world. These programs were written by teachers committed to turning standards into practice. This study of people, places, and human-environment interactions will assist learners as they experience the spatial views and geographic perspectives of the habitats of the world. DVD features include on-screen teacher’s guide and vocabulary plus chapter selections. (6 DVDs or 6 VHS x various lengths)
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Earth Science Collection: Intermediate Grades
Watch in amazement as your lessons come alive with these core-curriculum videos. Developed by teachers who understand the importance of presenting a visual approach to the standards that govern what a child needs to know as they progress through their education. These programs will captivate your audience as they study the key concepts needed for a strong understanding of your Earth Science Unit. DVD features include on-screen teacher’s guide and vocabulary plus chapter selections: (1) Introduction (2) Landforms (3) Weathering (4) Erosion (5) People (6) Deposition (7) Conclusion. (7 DVDs or 7 VHS x various lengths)
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The Hydrologic Cycle
When we visit the ocean, listen to the burble of a running stream or walk along the river through natural woodlands, we are renewed and refreshed. In days gone by we went to the river or lake or to the well to get our water. Today our water comes to us. What implications does that have on how we view water? What are the different states of water, and sources? We explore sources of water from the foot of glaciers to the depths of the aquifers as well as take first nations look at the interconnectivity of water on this planet.
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Biodiversity
Learn all about biodiversity. What is biodiversity? What are the three types or levels of biodiversity? Why is biodiversity important? Why is biodiversity declining in some areas? The answers to all of these questions are covered in depth with detailed graphics, diagrams and exciting video. On-screen, multiple-choice reviews at the end of each segment reinforce important concepts and make learning fun.
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All About Volcanoes
Learn all about volcanoes around the globe. What are volcanoes and how are they formed? What causes volcanoes to erupt? How do scientists classify volcanoes? What are the different types of volcanoes? What are notable volcanoes and volcanic eruptions? The answers to all of these questions are covered in depth with detailed graphics, diagrams and exciting video. On-screen, multiple-choice reviews at the end of each segment reinforce important concepts and make learning fun.