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…
For Seals, Big Hearts Mean Big Dives – Hakai Institute
An enlarged aorta enables seals to dive for longer durations…
Long Story Shorts: How Does Fish Poop Keep Our World in Balance? – Hakai Institute
You might be asking yourself, What does fish poop have to do with the health of the ocean and our planet? Well, gross or not, that fish poop plays a big role in something called the carbon cycle. Watch this video to find out—then think about everything else that goes number two in the deep blue and you’ll see how all that poop can help keep the Earth in balance…