Covering over 70% of the planet's surface, water is one of our most precious natural resources. Combining nice visuals with a solid accompanying curriculum, this tightly-scripted, informative video gives an excellent overview of the largest biome on Earth, beginning with general characteristics, and moving through both marine and freshwater biomes, while exploring plants and animals that inhabit each and underscoring their usefulness to humanity. Closing with a 15-question video review, Water, which conforms to National Science Education Standards, will make a good companion to an appropriate life sciences lesson. One of four titles in the Biomes series (series price: $299 for VHS or $399 for DVD), the other programs are: Grasslands, Desert & Tundra and Forests. Recommended. Aud: I, J. (E. Gieschen)
Water
(2002) 20 min. $89.95 (teacher’s guide & curriculum included). Visual Learning Company. PPR. Volume 17, Issue 2
Water
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