K-12 Multimedia Resources

You At The Zoo - Variety is Valuable

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In this video seventh grade students learn about biodiversity and the variety of life contributing to over ten million animal species on the planet. Students then learn about diverse animal body plans by taking a closer look at the unique inhabitants of the Florida wetlands. The You at the Zoo team wraps up by investigating where manatees are more likely to spend more time.

Aired: 08/22/15

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The importance of sources in the coverage of News, Features, and Opinion.

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Inspiration to students as they embark on their own journeys in journalism.

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