Introduces students to natural resources and identifies the differences between renewable and non-renewable resources. Resource conservation is also explored. Concepts and terminology include: wildlife conservation, endangered species, wastewater treatment, recycling, and biodiversity. (Available in VHS or DVD format. Select title AND format when ordering.)
Natural Resources
Our Special Place in Space
Discusses the sun, air, water and other factors that make the Earth unique
Natural Resources
Students will examine both renewable and nonrenewable resources, touching on their sources and many uses. Discover the best methods of conserving nonrenewable resources, including how they are recycled and cleaned. A fun, hands-on investigation illustrates how students can observe the many different kinds of particles that can be found in the air, while a geothermal plant provides the setting for a look at how people can turn volcanic heat into electricity
Global Problems
Describes the accelerating impact of human activity on the atmosphere, water, and land use. Examines the continuing influence of geography on human populations
All About Natural Resources
Discusses natural resources such as water, air, plants, animals, minerals, coal, and natural gas. Looks at renewable and non-renewable resources, wind turbines as a source of energy, and a demonstration of a simple water treatment system
Where We Live
Describes how communities adapt to and alter their physical environment, for better or worse. Viewers will discover the difference between renewable and nonrenewable resources and will learn to read important map symbols
What's a Natural Resource? (2nd Ed.)
A park ranger helps to explore the various types of renewable and non-renewable natural resources and discuss the importance of conservation
Understanding Economics
Introduces students to basic economic concepts such as natural resources, human resources, conservation of resources, the production, distribution and consumption of goods and services, money, and the marketplace
People And The Environment
Introduces students to natural resources and identifies the differences between renewable and non-renewable resources. Resource conservation is also explored. Concepts and terminology include: wildlife conservation, endangered species, wastewater treatment, recycling, and biodiversity. (Available in VHS or DVD format. Select title AND format when ordering.)
