90 minutes

Climb aboard the Cyclops, a microscopic research vessel, and investigate an amazing hidden world on which all living things depend. This series makes an excellent introduction to biological classification, diversity and ecology. The PDF teaching guide for each program describes follow-up activities and correlates the programs to the National Science Standards.

Adventures in Scientific Exploration features voyages of discovery into nine environments: 3 pond regions, 2 stream, 2 woodland, 2 urban yard. The DVD also contains a bonus exploration journal filled with video observations, information about the organisms, and life cycle details. The Cyclops Technical Manual, through using animation and cutaway graphics, explores the design features of the imaginary vehicles used by the scientists in these ecological investigations. 2004

POND
Explore the open water plankton, the weedy shallows predators and protozoa, and bottom decomposers. Open Water, Bottom Ooze, Aquatic Weed Forest.

STREAM
Study the adaptations of aquatic insect larvae for surviving in the violent torrent of rapids and waterfalls. Down the Rapids, Over the Falls.

FOREST
Trees and dead wood return to the soil with the help of bacteria, fungi, insects, and other decomposers. The Living Humous, The Rotting Log.

BACKYARD
Exploring a vibrant ecosystem of pollinators, predators, and spineless animals that till the soil. Plant Minders, Earth Movers.

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