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  • Glowing ball representing the sun with a globe representing the earth traveling in orbit around it. Examples of the different hemispheres experiencing opposite seasons in the background. Caption: A season is a division of the year

    During a class about seasons, Speedy falls asleep and dreams that he and Shawn arrive at Rusty's lab. Rusty has invented an unusual device called the "Seasons Changer." While delivering the device, the two friends accidentally activate it and learn about each season. Part of the "Shawn and Team" series.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • A tree in the four seasons - spring buds, green summer foliage, orange and yellow autumn leaves, and bare winter branches with snow. Caption: Why do we have seasons?

    Why does the Earth have seasons? Learn more about how the tilt of the Earth affects climate and how different parts of the world experience seasonal changes. Part of the “All About the Holidays” series.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • Closeup of white blossoms on a tree. Caption: Fruit tree blossoms are very similar to each other,

    The gardeners work to prepare the orchard. They manage the orchard through all the seasons to ensure the best quality of fruit in the spring and summer. Part of the "Four Seasons in the Garden" series.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • Plant sprouting from the ground. Caption: They sprout in less than a week.

    The garden changes every day and requires hours of work. Plants have to be taken care of so they produce healthy fruits and vegetables. Gardeners perform many activities every day and know the best ways to sow plants. Part of the "Four Seasons in the Garden" series.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • A person washing a window with a sponge. Caption: What's the weather outside your window today?

    Students will explore the climates of the world and learn how weather, landforms, and location affect climate in various places. Part of the Real World Science series.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • Evergreen plants in shades of green from light to dark cover the landscape. Caption: Shrubby, evergreen plants are widespread in all five areas.

    Great weather, abundant harvests, fabulous food, some of the world's most cosmopolitan and romantic cities are all attributes associated with Mediterranean climates. However, these regions are also critical biodiversity hotspots. This episode offers an overview of the world's Mediterranean-climate zones, pointing out their similarities, unique characteristics and importance, while also illuminating the factors that threaten them. Part of the "Mediterranean-Climate Ecosystems" series.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • The sun shining onto Earth. Caption: the sun's rays shine more directly and for more hours

    The Earth has been knocked off its axis, and the seasons are changing rapidly. Superhero Autumn Ray has to return the Earth's axis to its correct angle. As she works to slow the change of seasons, she explains the relationship between the tilt of the Earth's axis and the seasons. Part of "The Science of Climate" series.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • Du Iz Tak?

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    Carton insect with multiple legs and antennae. Caption: Du Iz Tak?

    The bugs have their own language, and they use it to describe the new plant they have found. They watch the plant grow and change through the seasons. They celebrate as it blooms in the spring, and everyone leaves when winter arrives and the plant dies. Based on the book by Carson Ellis.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • A sliver of glowing sun is seen over a horizon of water. Caption: a weak sun now rises over the marshlands of eastern England.

    This program from the acclaimed PBS Nature series, "Forces of the Wild," focuses on how the movements of the sun and moon create powerful rhythms which influence all living things on Earth: tides rise and fall, seasons change, creatures breed or migrate, and humans plant crops and celebrate holidays. Narrated by James Earl Jones.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • Close up of small, black insects on foliage with holes eaten out of it. A human finger is touching the edge of the leaf and is giant in comparison to the insects. Caption: They're tiny in size but have a huge appetite.

    The garden gets many visitors from insects and animals. Gardeners work hard to keep destructive pests out of the garden, but they also welcome animals that are helpful to the plants in the garden. Part of the "Four Seasons in the Garden" series.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • Illustration of heat rays moving from the Sun towards the Earth. Caption: Thus, the climate will change during the course of a year.

    Moko is an explorer. As he travels the world continent by continent, he makes many friends and discovers many natural phenomena which sometimes delight him, and other times scare him. Each animated episode recounts an adventure and takes an "original story" approach to explaining these natural phenomena. In this episode, Moko is enjoying Alarick's country. The warm weather has returned, the trees have flowered and food is plentiful. Moko thinks now the cold has passed life here will be easy. An old man tells him that the cold will return, but Moko doesn't want to believe him and lets time pass. He sees the beauty of the changing seasons and one morning...winter!

    (Source: DCMP)

  • Adult curls around two baby animals. Caption: Some of the ways animals enter a long sleeplike state

    Geese flying south is a sign that winter is arriving. Through numerous examples, this program illustrates the migration of animals. Also explored is the amazing process of hibernation.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • Polar Ice

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    Penguins on ice. Caption: at more than three feet tall and as much as 80 pounds.

    Provides an overview of Antarctica's icy habitat. Describes how the seasons affect temperature and daylight. Shows how animals in the water are adapted for the cold. Focuses on the emperor penguin and how it raises its young.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • Fall

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    Trees with partially bare branches and yellow and brown leaves. Caption: In fall, the days continue to get shorter.

    Crisp, colorful video footage illustrates the beautiful and fascinating features of the fall season. Also takes a brief look into what causes this season. Concepts and terminology: autumn, foliage, seed dispersal, migration, hibernation, and harvest.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • Winter

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    Small rodent curled in a ball and sleeping in a nest with acorns. Caption: Some animals go through a similar state of dormancy

    Snow-covered forests, animals foraging for food, and sports provide for an exciting glimpse into the wonders of the winter season. Concepts and terminology include: snow, ice, hibernation, winter sports, and winter solstice.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • Spring

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    Two geese flying together. Caption: These great journeys are as much a part

    This program from the acclaimed PBS Nature series, "Forces of the Wild," focuses on the seasonal cycle of nature, beginning with spring's return of life to the planet. Uses natural history footage, computer animation, and time-lapse sequences to explain universal concepts. Narrated by James Earl Jones.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • Summer

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    Blueberry plant with ripe berries. Caption: Many plants produce fruits and berries in summer.

    Live-action, colorful footage illustrates the exciting, natural highlights of summer. Activities of plants and animals during the summer season are explored. Additional concepts and terminology include: growth, development, seeds, food storage, recreation, and solstice.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • In Season

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    Hand holding a plastic pint container of strawberries with a field in the background. Caption: On the farm we have 8-9 week strawberry season.

    Nourish is an educational initiative designed to open a meaningful conversation about food and sustainability, particularly in schools and communities. In this clip, food experts discuss the positives of eating seasonally. Part of the Nourish Short Films Series.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • Earth spinning on its orbit, the tilt of earth's central axis along the vertical axis is highlighted.

    Earth spins around its axis at an angle of 23 degrees. This means that as Earth orbits the sun, different parts of the planet get more or less exposure to the sun. The tilt of the Earth is responsible for the seasons, climate, and weather. Part of the "Orbit: Earth's Extraordinary Journey" series.

    (Source: DCMP)

  • Illustration of a boy holding a magnifying glass to his eye and looking down with a dog next to him. Caption: And is that a little green?

    A young boy and his dog decide they have had enough of winter, so they plant a garden. They watch and wait until all the brown starts to become a hopeful shade of green, a sign that spring may finally be on its way. Based on the book by Erin Stead.

    (Source: DCMP)

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    Resources to teach younger students about animals

    A collection containing 58 resources, curated by DIAGRAM Center