Discussion of the 1993 film, Jurassic Park. We discuss the successes of the film in sparking interest in palaeontology, and share thoughts on the questions surrounding bringing back extinct species.
Tips for setting up a bug hunting area for classes and have success in bug hunting sessions.
Discussion on how video games can be used as a tool for learning about the natural world. Ideas for teachers. Games discussed Minecraft, Oxygen not Included, and Animal Crossing.
Discussion of the 1984 film Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind. We discuss what the film says about how people relate to the natural world, and how unfamiliarity breeds fear.
Director Tim Johnson, Karey Kirkpatrick Starring Bruce Willis(voice), Garry Shandling(voice), Steve Carell(voice) Rating G Release 11 March 1984 Runtime 1h23m You may want to watch the film before listening and think about these questions:
What type of food does the movie focus on? What might happen to these animals in the next year? What the film did well Highlighted the importance of eating and gathering food stores for animals which hibernate.
Discussion about environmental and conservation themes in the film FernGully.