In this short new film, students will observe existing ecosystems and investigate factors that may affect balances within the system. Students will learn that ecosystems consist of communities of plants and animals that are dependent on each other as well as on the nonliving parts of the environment. Terminology: abiotic, biotic, biome, ecosystem, producer, consumer, decomposers, symbiotic, food chain, invasive species, native species.

This new 3-part series has been specifically designed for your elementary science curriculum. Short, concise, colourful programs introduce important environmental concepts and issues to students. These programs provide a wonderful introduction or overview of science essentials.