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Students read, sing and learn about nature appreciation and the ways in which to care for natural environments. This curriculum-aligned song targets outcomes of curriculum documents and supports and integrates classroom learning across key subject areas. Show Less

Students read, sing and learn about the different areas that make up the school and the activities which occur there. This curriculum-aligned song targets outcomes of curriculum documents and supports and integrates classroom learning across key subject areas. Show Less

It’s easy to not think about waste. We throw away bottles, paper, food, electronics, and once a week our friendly garbage collector comes and takes them all away. Out of sight, and out of mind… but should it be? This Miniclip defines waste and the problems involved with landfills, introduces the different types of waste and which of them can be recycled—paper, metal, glass, electronics, organics, and plastics. Students are also introduced to three simple strategies to reduce their own waste footprint and manage their waste in a sustainable ways. Show Less

Students read, sing and learn about cultural similarities and differences – such as food, clothing, shelter, customs, language, leisure and music – to help them to understand, celebrate, and embrace diversity. This curriculum-aligned song targets outcomes of curriculum documents and supports and integrates classroom learning across key subject areas. Show Less

What do we mean when we talk about connections to places? Are we connected by a long piece of string? Well, not exactly! Connections between people and places can be made in many different ways – through family heritage, travel, shopping, or personal interests – and with the help of technology, it’s easier than ever to create these connections. Show Less

What do a waterfall, a vegetable patch, and a bridge all have in common? They’re all features of the world! This Miniclip explores the difference between physical and human features in the environment through the use of real-world examples and animations. Show Less

All around the world, there are billions of people who call some place home. This Miniclip follows some new friends to explore the places where they live – an isolated dwelling, a hamlet, a village, a town, and a city! Students will discover the classifications for each of these settlements through clear explanations, fun characters, and simple aerial map views of each settlements’ density. Show Less

How is it possible to have grey, rainy days in summer and beautiful, sunny days in winter? What’s the difference between weather and climate? This Miniclip explores the definition of weather, and looks at the three main climate zones of the world – tropical, temperate, and polar. Students will discover how the latitude lines of the Equator, Tropic of Cancer, Tropic of Capricorn, and the Arctic and Antarctic Circles each play a role as borders of the climate zones. Show Less

Noah and Mustard are lost in the forest and need to find out how to get home, but all they have is a map that they don’t know how to use! Can you help them? This Miniclip introduces maps and their purposes, and how understanding the scale, compass, and legend (or key) allow us to read any map we come across. Show Less

Does the world’s population live on one giant land mass? Or is the world organised in a different way? Introduce your students to the amazing continents and oceans of the world in this Miniclip! Using a world map to explore these geographical divisions and bursting with fun facts, this Miniclip will be a winner with your class! Show Less

The food you eat, the clothes you wear, and the furniture you use. Chances are that all three of these things have been manufactured in countries other than your own, which means you interact with lots of countries before you even leave the house to go to school! We are connected with other countries through international trade of goods and services, education, and migration – including asylum seekers and refugees. This wonderfully animated Miniclip brings this myriad of global connections to life, and will encourage your students to start discussing the ways we are all connected, and the role we have as global citizens. Show Less

In this day and age, people all around the world are connected to each other in a variety of different ways. This Miniclip explores these global connections by focusing on international aid, tourism, and cultural events. How do these three things connect people from around the world? How is your classroom globally connected? With the help of this Miniclip, your students will discuss how the world is connected regardless of distance, and become more aware and active global citizens. Show Less

Mountains, valleys, islands, hills ... What makes our planet have such diverse landforms? Has it always been as it is now? In this clip we will learn that the landforms of the earth´s crust are due to internal and external processes that have been happening for millions of years. We will learn about tectonic plates and how they move, discover how they relate to the continents and the distribution of mountains, volcanoes and earthquakes, and learn how this determines the various land formations, inland and coastal. Show Less

What is weather made up of? What months are the different seasons in? Find out in this colourful and informative Miniclip! See how the equator influences both of these concepts; learn about rainfall, temperature, sunshine, and wind; and learn how to describe the weather of where you are! Show Less

What causes rain, snow, or a hurricane? The weather. In this video, we will learn about weather and its elements, including how these elements combine to produce atmospheric phenomena. We will also explore the difference between weather and climate, the different climate zones in our planet, and the importance of observing and predicting them both in our daily lives. Show Less

Rocks and minerals have been around since before human beings existed. Since the origins of the human race, we have used them in many diverse ways - from construction to jewelry. But where do they come from? How do they form? And what is the difference between a rock and a mineral? This video explains that we live on a planet compost of rocks. Students will learn the difference between minerals and rocks, they will discover the different types of rocks and how they are formed in the cycle of the rocks. Show Less

Geographical concepts such as measurement and the representation of features depicted through maps, globes and compasses are essential for understanding and using navigation tools effectively. Younger students will easily understand this concept with this specially designed Miniclips title, using spectacular graphics, easy to understand language and straightforward explanations. A must-see for all young geography students! Show Less

The concept of population is a significant aspect of geography. This clip defines and explains what population density is, and shows students how to calculate it by using simple mathematics. Using China as a case study, students will learn how the physical geography of countries influences where people live and how access to resources dictates the population density of regions. Show Less

Discover how the physical geography of places around the world influence the stereotypes generated about the people who live there. This clip uses stunning, high quality footage to demonstrate the diversity of physical geographies. The example of Mexico is used to highlight how stereotypes stem from responses to natural features in the environment. Show Less

Since the 1970s, China has been experiencing the world’s largest internal migration. In this program, we look at what internal migration is and why China is experiencing a dramatic population shift from rural to urban centres. Population statistics and graphs are provided to help students understand the significance of this event. The hukou system of household registration, criticised for creating wide ranging social injustices and a ‘floating population’ of migrants, is investigated. Woven throughout the video is the fictional account of the challenges farmer Huang Li faces as he moves to the city to improve economic opportunities for himself and his family. Show Less

This clip looks at two case studies that feature local infrastructure projects aimed at improving aspects of liveability for the community. The first is an international example – Copenhagen’s cycling highways, and the second focuses on design features of Australian skate parks. Featuring interviews with the designers and users of these projects, this resource will help students apply geographical concepts to real life examples. Show Less

There are deserts all over the world - even in Antarctica! This clip describes what makes an area a desert, what it is like to live in a desert, and the impact we have on deserts. Stunning footage of the world's deserts bring this geography resource to life. Show Less

What would it be like not to know when you will eat next? Unfortunately this is a way of life for one in seven people worldwide. This clip is a compelling and honest look at reasons for unequal access to food such as insufficient financial means, poor access to safe water and nutritious food, distribution and geographical issues. Simple animations and explanations make this complex topic accessible to younger audiences. Show Less

This engaging clip follows a small 'special ops' team of young geographers on an important mission - to determine the human impact on a forest coastal environment, in contrast with an urban park environment. It looks at why fieldwork is important in Geography and how to prepare for a fieldwork visit. Types of fieldwork and how to undertake research on a site are also outlined. This is a unique resource to help students develop geographical inquiry skills. Show Less

Empower your students to make more informed safety choices for themselves and their environment. Students will join Timon and Pumbaa as they make sure the land, water, and air around them is clean and safe. This program explores the Three Rs (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle) and ways to conserve water and energy. These key concepts are presented in an age-appropriate manner. Show Less