Schlessinger, Andrew

Learn the factors that make reptiles different from other animals. Explore their world and characteristics and how they differ from amphibians. Hands-on experiment.

An in-depth exploration of some of Shakespeare's most memorable passages from some of his most often-read plays. Also includes an investigation of the different types of plays that make up Shakespeare's body of work: tragedies, comedies, histories and romances.

Looks at Shakespeare's unique use of language in both prose and verse, including the new phrases he coined, his word arrangement, and his use of puns and metaphors.

An exploration of some of Shakespeare's greatest characters, including Hamlet, Macbeth, Othello, Brutus, King Lear, and Romeo and Juliet. Investigates some of the different types of characters that can be found in Shakespeare's plays. Learn how the playwright used language to create both villains and lovers.

Examines the concept of sustainability, the capacity to provide for the needs of the world's current population without harming the ability of future generations to provide for themselves. Learn about factors that can affect sustainability such as carrying capacity, population density, and ecological footprint. Also explore some of the challenges and successes of sustainability in the rainforest, one of the world's most diverse habitats. Observe sustainability in action at a school that has employed green building practices and in a community that has used smart growth policies to combat suburban sprawl.

Learn of the different stages of development and the average life spans of a variety of creatures; from tadpole to frog, caterpillar to butterfly and more. Hands-on experiment.

Learn the different kinds of dinosaurs through illustrations and fossils. Compare them to modern snakes, lizards and crocodiles. Explore what happened to them. Hands-on experiment.

Learn the importance of the presidency, where he lives and what he does. Also how someone gets to be president and the qualities needed for the job.

Learn the history behind America's progression from rule by the English monarchy to today's democracy. Explore colonial government, George Washington and the American revolution. See why the founding fathers set the standard of dividing and sharing power.

Examines the history, culture and future of the Comanche Indians.