A program of the Lawrence Hall of Science that seeks to increase ocean literacy through informal and formal education initiatives
The Blue Planet - Seas of Life
This BBC series of 8 fifty-minute programs, is one of the most comprehensive explorations of the Earth's ocean. From the deep to the shore, from pole to pole the series reveals extraordinary life and behavior that had never before been filmed. In some cases the species were only recently known to scientists.
"Ocean World," "Frozen Seas," "Open Ocean," "The Deep," "Seasonal Seas" (great for Kelp Forest), "Coral Seas," "Tidal Seas," and "Coasts"
The Shape of Life
This compelling eight hour series and accompanying outreach materials, tells the story of the great diversity of animal life on Earth. The Shape of Life was produced by Sea Studios Foundation for National Geographic Television and Film in association with PBS. The initiative was recognized for its science-based content, style, storytelling, pioneering techniques in underwater and deep-sea filmmaking, and integrated outreach model that achieved high levels of public participation.
Trials of Life
Anthropologist Sir David Attenborough has captured the life-and-death struggle in the "realest" world of all. All the tools of the hunter and the hunted are on display: camouflage, mimicry, booby traps, even chemical warfare. Includes footage of orcas attacking sea lions.
Underwater World of Marine Life in the Caribbean, Bahamas and Florida
Learn to identify over 64 species of fish and marine animals presented in full color in their natural reef environment in the Caribbean. This video tape is narrated by anthropologist Sir David Attenborough.
World Alive
The wonder of life: The splendor of birth and growth, the grace of motion, the drama of survival, the beauty of courtship and renewal. This video profiles the myriad creatures of the planet, their activities and interactions.
World of the Sea Otter
You will get to know the behavior and adaptations of this facinating marine mammal. Also included is footage of the harbor seal, the California sea lion and the kelp forest from a surface and underwater perspective.
Worlds Below
A wondrous video journey into the undersea worlds of California's Monterey Bay. Six lyrical compositions of images and music transport you from wave-swept rocks, across the cast submerged plains, and into the mysterious dark depths of the Monterey Canyon.
Slugs at Sea
The Slugs sing about ocean habitats! This recording was produced in cooperation with the Oceanic Society and follows the MARE Ocean Immersion K-8 curriculum. It's perfect for teachers who present units in marine studies. Each song relates to a different marine habitat that is studied in the curriculum: Songs include:
TIDEPOOL BOOGIE *
LIFE ON THE SHORE *
BUTTS UP *
GIANT KELP FOREST *
WATER CYCLE BOOGIE *
BLUE PLANET *
ISLAND ROCK *
ESTUARY LIFE *
OCEAN RAP *
Water Insects
Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and life cycles of some insects that spend most of their lives in the water.
The Lawrence Hall of Science Programs for Schools & Community Groups offer several programs for school sites and at the Hall. Assemblies: Dazzling science-on-stage presentations that involve your enthusiastic audience. Perfect for large groups. Workshops: Every student becomes a scientist, immersed in innovative, hands-on science and math activities. Choose from dozens of workshops for all grades in earth science, life science, math, computers, and physical science. Festivals: Involve the whole school community in science and math learning. Great for your open house or school fair.
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