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A Respiratory Care Therapist helps individuals when they can't breathe. Watch as a registered therapist shares how her training and two-year degree have given her the chance to play a pivotal role in caring for patients with respiratory needs. Part of the "Career Connections" series.
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What are explorers? What do they do? What skills do they need? Is exploring done today? How can students be explorers? Following a summary of the 18-month Lewis and Clark expedition, elementary students learn about Will Steger, contemporary arctic explorer. Emphasizes the importance of keeping a journal to record what is seen and heard. Students explore nearby woods and share their discoveries.
Leila Madrone is a mechatronics engineer who works at Otherlab. She leads an engineering team that is trying to improve large solar power fields. Before she joined Otherlab, she worked at NASA, where she created a device for taking high-resolution panoramic images. She chose to become an engineer because she wanted to help create a better world. Part of the "Career Spotlight" series.
Dr. Kimberly Dodge became deaf at the age of eight. She knew she wanted to work with animals by the time she was in eighth grade. Today she is an emergency veterinarian at the Connecticut Veterinary Center. This is a short segment from the "Achieving Goals! Career Stories of Individuals Who Are Deaf and Hard of Hearing: Phenomenal Professionals."
In this episode, Rob Franek from The Princeton Review discusses the new changes made to the SAT. Scott also reports on the new transformations at the National Aquarium in Baltimore. All of the animals were removed, and a new coral reef was constructed. Christin explains the need for proper lighting when studying. Other segments include the history of Maine's flag, dental tips, weird and wacky movie laws, and a recipe for an apple tart. Part of the "Teen Kids News" series.
The magic of life unfolds, but for adolescents Mimi, Izzie, and Quinn, watching a monarch butterfly emerge from its cocoon and spread its wings is more than a fascinating moment—cameras are rolling. With support from the National Science Foundation (NSF), Richard Hudson and his team at Twin Cities Public Television are putting middle-school girls in front of a national audience on the PBS series “SciGirls.” This is the first television science series designed specifically for girls, ages 8 to 12, to inspire and empower them to consider careers in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). Part of the National Science Foundation Series “Science Nation.”
Ziggy the cat has a big problem. He is overweight. Dr. Chris works with Ziggy's owner to ensure the cat’s deteriorating health is not compromised further. Then, Dr. Lisa must tend to three abandoned kittens. Part of the "Dr. Chris Pet Vet" series.
Dr. Chris pays a visit to birthday girl Zambi, a big, boisterous lion cub who’s turning one. Dr. Lisa must attend to a cat that has swallowed a ribbon from a birthday present. She urgently needs to locate the ribbon and get it out, or her patient will have to undergo surgery. Finally, Dr. Chris must help get a cranky koala down from a tree. Part of the "Dr. Chris Pet Vet" series.
Dr. Lisa assists a family in finding the perfect dog. Parents Luke and Noelle are looking for a dog for their three children. Part of the "Rescue Me With Dr. Lisa" series.
A mother and her three children are eager to adopt a rescue dog. With the help of Dr. Lisa, they narrow the pool down to a select few, but then they must make their final choice. Part of the "Rescue Me With Dr. Lisa" series.
Marine biologists spend years trying to perfect a technique to help rescue one of the biggest creatures on the planet: the right whale. Then, oil washes ashore during a spill, and rescuers spring into action to save hundreds of sea turtles. Part of the "Sea Rescue" series.
An exhausted pelican lands on a busy highway in Florida, and host Matt Gutman is there to assist with the rescue. Then, a rescue mission is launched to save a manatee that became ill after spending too long in frigid water. Part of the "Sea Rescue" series.
Dr. Chris embarks on an underwater adventure where he dives through a cavern to reach a unique spot teaming with vibrant fish and sharks. Then, he races alongside a pod of dolphins, and he even tries his hand at singing with them. Finally, Dr. Chris comes eye to eye with humpback whales. Part of "The Open Road With Dr. Chris" series.
Dr. Chris travels the globe and experiences the extremes from lava to sand to snow. He begins his journey on the island of Vanuatu where he comes face-to-face with an active volcano. His next stop is Abu Dhabi where he samples all the city has to offer. Then, Dr. Chris heads to the Australian Alps and gets a little carried away when a team of sled dogs takes him for a ride. Part of " The Open Road With Dr. Chris" series.
For Dr. Oakley, some days are spent performing lifesaving surgeries, others involve helping with conservation projects, but most of her days consist of routine exams. As the only all-species vet for hundreds of square miles, she has to help any and all animals. Part of the "Wilderness Vet" series.
Dr. Oakley heads out into the field to work with some of the most iconic animals of the Yukon. She helps some of the animals in their native habitats, while others are rescue animals going through rehabilitation programs. Part of the "Wilderness Vet" series.
A team of veterinarians travel to Cambodia to support wild animal rescue and emergency care efforts for tigers and elephants. Join the team as they study exotic Asian tigers and provide expertise as an orphaned elephant baby receives a prosthetic leg. Part of "The Wildlife Docs" series.
Dr. Chris climbs to new heights in search of Canada’s perfect view. Then, he dives in and swims with grey nurse sharks. Next, he gets a mud bath courtesy of a baby rhino and searches for the elusive platypus. Finally, he gives it everything he’s got to compete in a tropical race. Part of "The Open Road With Dr. Chris" series.
In this episode, vets use ingenious methods to take an x-ray of a giraffe's giant hoof. Also, an armadillo needs a checkup. Part of "The Wildlife Docs" series.
Dr. Chris travels to Abu Dhabi to help out with some unique pets. Then, he journeys to the remote outback to uncover Australia’s best kept secret. He finishes with a tour of his hometown. Part of "The Open Road With Dr. Chris" series.
