Sandbags on the Beach: Quick Help, Long Term Trouble – Frontiers for Young Minds
Have you ever seen big bags of sand stacked along a beach or near a house during a storm? These… big bags filled with sand (are) used to stop water from flooding streets, buildings, or beaches during storms….Sandbags can be helpful during emergencies, but what happens when the storm is over, and the bags are left behind? It turns out that sandbags can cause serious problems for nature…
Sand Tales Episode 2: The Lost Coral
Join the SandKids on their second Sand Story adventure as they rush to save their island reefs!
Minecraft game launched to teach climate change – BBC
A customised version of Minecraft is being used to inspire children to learn more about climate change…
The future stewards of the Venice Lagoon – Oceanographic
Aligned with the UN Decade of Ocean Science, the Kindergarden of the Lagoon initiative – a part of Prada Group and UNESCO’s Sea Beyond campaign – aims to spark a worldwide movement supporting ocean preservation, starting with Venice’s youngest members of society….
Why are there two tides a day? – TED Ed
Dig into how the Sun and Moon are responsible for the tides on Earth, and what this force looks like on other celestial bodies….
Introducing SandKids.org and Sand Tales Episode 1: From the Mountains to the Sea
What’s the difference between weather, climate, and climate change? We often hear about the threats posed by climate change and its effects on people and the environment. But before addressing how to tackle it, it’s important to understand the basics: what climate is, how it differs from weather, and how the two are connected. Discover how to identify signs of climate change in your area and start conversations that promote a more resilient future…
How Do We Identify Climate Change? – WWF Wild Classroom
What’s the difference between weather, climate, and climate change? We often hear about the threats posed by climate change and its effects on people and the environment. But before addressing how to tackle it, it’s important to understand the basics: what climate is, how it differs from weather, and how the two are connected. Discover how to identify signs of climate change in your area and start conversations that promote a more resilient future…
Little Books with Big Subjects – Hakai Magazine
These marine-themed children’s books have lessons to share without sacrificing story…
How the Himalayas Changed the World – PBS Eons
The rise of the Himalayas affected more than just the immediate area. Turns out, we may have them to thank for everything from the rise of giant flightless birds in Madagascar; to the disappearance of plants from Antarctica; to the expansion of the great grasslands of North America, and more…