Analyzing Information - Can Pigs be Pets?

Students identify a main idea as well as analyze, evaluate and interpret new information, personal experiences and prior knowledge to form an opinion which they then write about.

An Ancient Legend Teaches Climate Change Adaptation

Today’s unsustainable use of natural resources is compared to the legend of the giant Uab, in this video adapted from the Secretariat of the Pacific Community.

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Anatomy of a Rover

In this interactive activity from NOVA, learn about the sophisticated scientific instruments on two identical robotic rovers that have explored Mars — Spirit and Opportunity.

Animal Babies

This interactive slide show illustrates the variety of animal babies that exist on earth -- some completely independent and others deeply reliant on parental care.

Animal Chefs

Ever wonder how to tempt the taste buds of a 400-pound mola mola? In this video from QUEST produced by KQED, learn how the chefs at the Monterey Bay Aquarium prepare meals to feed thousands of species.

Animal Classification Game

Learn about classes of animals and test your ability to identify animals as mammals, birds, reptiles and more in this interactive activity adapted from Sheppard Software.

Animal Coverings

It takes a thick skin to withstand the hardships that life has to offer. This collection of images shows a variety of animals, each with a slightly different type of protective covering.

Animal Defenses

In nature, survival is the name of the game. This video segment explores the world of animal defense and shows that predators don't always have the upper hand.

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Animal Families

How long does a baby elephant stay with her mother? What do you call a baby goat? Young children learn some interesting facts about the lives of baby animals in this original video from KET.

Animal Hearing

This video segment discusses the physical adaptations that give several nocturnal animals a heightened sense of hearing. Footage from NOVA: "Mystery of the Senses: Hearing."

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Animal Mouths

This collection of images of six different creatures, including insects and carnivorous vertebrates, illustrates the wide range of mouth types that exist within the animal kingdom.

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Animal Mouth Structures

Students observe several animals' mouth structures and explore how these structures help the animal obtain, handle, and eat food.

Animal Shelter Photographer

In this WILD TV segment, a photographer helps find homes for animals up for adoption.  

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Animals Making a Living

For most animals, finding food is a full-time job. This video segment explores the food-finding strategies of a variety of creatures, illustrating the idea that different animals have very different ways of getting enough to eat.

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Animals on the Go

This video segment shows a wide variety of creatures in their respective habitats, with a focus on how the animals move.

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ANNIE ON BROADWAY: What Does a Choreographer Do?

Choregrapher Andy Blankenbuehler describes how he stages the dancing for shows like ANNIE: THE MUSICAL.

ANNIE ON BROADWAY: What Does a Costume Designer Do?

Costume Designer Susan Hilferty explains what goes into creating clothing for characters in shows like ANNIE: THE MUSICAL.

ANNIE ON BROADWAY: What Does a Director Do?

Director James Lapine explains how he puts together all the creative elements of a Broadway show like ANNIE: THE MUSICAL.

ANNIE ON BROADWAY: What Does a Hair & Wig Designer Do?

Hair & Wig Designer Tom Watson talks about what goes into making Annie’s famous head of red hair.

ANNIE ON BROADWAY: What Does a Lighting Designer Do?

Lighting Designer Don Holder explains the critical role of lighting in a production like ANNIE: THE MUSICAL.