Describes the characteristics of desert biomes, looks at where they are located in the world, discusses why desert environments are important, and identifies some of the plants and animals that live in them. Includes an activity.
"Some very tricky optical illusions show that the brain doesn't always correctly interpret what the eyes see. Check out Bill Nye from a whole new angle when he gets an M.R.I. of his brain"--Container.
Shows how special nerves in the sense organs called receptors work together with the brain so that human beings can make "sense" of the world around them, presenting examples from a trip to an amusement park, as well as hands-on activities.
Examines the life of Abraham Lincoln, from his youth in Kentucky to his service as president of the United States, discussing his leadership during the Civil War, and his resolve to put an end to slavery.
Bill Nye the Science Guy answers questions about birds, and leads viewers in building a bird feeder that will allow them to attract and observe their feathered friends.
An introduction to economics for children, examining the history of money, and explaining how saving, spending, earning, and investing form the backbone of the U.S. economy. Includes discussion of budgeting and banks.
Provides information about natural resources such as sunshine, air, plants, animals, minerals, and fossil fuels, explains the concepts of renewable and nonrenewable resources, and looks at wind turbines as an alternative to fossil fuel energy.
"How do the Imagineers make elephants fly? Actually, it's simple machines, that is! Here, the Imagineers give a new look at how levers and pulleys were utilized to create attractions such as Dumbo the Flying Elephant and Soarin' Over California. See how levers and pulleys make work easier by either multiplying or redirecting the effort we put into them. Identify the two forces involved in using a machine and learn to calculate mechanical advantage, given effort and resistance"--Container.
