In African Elephant River Crossing, host Andy Day spies a family of African elephants. They’re about to cross a river. Will the elephants, including the baby of the herd, make it through the deep, predator-infested water? This video is excerpted from BBC’s Andy's Aquatic Adventures, in which Andy Day jets all over the world to meet amazing animals living in and nearby water.
Journey into the rainforest with Andy! In this fun African forest elephants worksheet, you'll:
- Learn fascinating facts about African forest elephants, including where they live, what they love to eat, and all about their unique downward-pointing tusks.
- Test your memory with a quick quiz.
- Draw some tasty fruit for these gentle giants.
Step into the (very large) footsteps of Earth’s gentle giants. This playlist of eight video clips from BBC programs Planet Earth; Seven Worlds, One Planet; and Animal Babies follows elephants as they search for water, navigate Congo forests, communicate, and rely on the matriarch to stay safe. Learn how elephant families work together, adapt to challenges, and shape their ecosystems. Perfect for sparking curiosity about wildlife and habitats.
In The Animals That Rule the Desert, host Simon Reeve journeys through the Kalahari in Botswana, where he encounters lions, elephants, and jackals. Botswana has become a safe haven for African elephants, holding nearly a third of the population after decades of poaching and habitat destruction. With only 400,000 elephants left from an original 25 million, Simon emphasizes the urgency to protect these majestic creatures. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Wilderness With Simon Reeve, an epic adventure into the heart of Earth’s last great wild areas, where nature is at its most beautiful and fragile.
In The African Elephant Marches Towards Water, narrator Sir David Attenborough investigates how African elephants use their memories to find waterholes. The elephants gather in groups and travel during the night, when temperatures are cooler. This video is excerpted from BBC's Planet Earth, a breathtaking documentary series that highlights the natural wonders of our planet.
The article "Elephants Call Each Other by Name, Study Finds" from BBC's Discover Wildlife reveals that wild African elephants may use special sounds like names to call one another. Researchers found that elephants respond more when their name is called, suggesting they recognize and understand it. This discovery shows elephants may be capable of abstract thinking, like humans.
In Elephants Guided by the Matriarch, narrator Gordon Buchanan describes the challenges that African elephants face as they travel over the savannas. Baby elephants have to learn where to go and how to navigate potentially dangerous water crossings as they move from place to place. Since elephants travel great distances, the expertise of the elephant matriarch is critical to their survival. This video is excerpted from BBC's Animal Babies, a heartwarming show that follows the first breaths, first steps and first feeds of some adorable baby animals, revealing the challenges they face to survive in some of the toughest but most beautiful places on the planet.
In The Deadly Horned Triceratops, naturalist Steve Backshall explains how one of the most well-known dinosaurs used its physical features to attack its predators and defend itself. Fun fact: it weighed in at almost twice as much as an African elephant! This video is excerpted from BBC’s Deadly Dinosaurs, a documentary series in which host Steve Backshall is on the hunt for the deadliest animals to have walked the Earth — dinosaurs — exploring features of several species and putting their abilities to the test to reveal the raw power of these creatures.
In Insect Hunting with Africa's Giants, narrator Sir David Attenborough explains a unique partnership between carmine bee-eaters and elephants. These birds follow elephants across the African savanna to catch insects stirred up by the elephants' movements. This fascinating collaboration is a perfect example of how different species can work together to survive. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Planet Earth II, a breathtaking documentary series that highlights the natural wonders of our planet.
Get ready for cuteness overload with this heartwarming playlist of baby animal videos! Watch ducklings wobble, elephants splash, wildebeests race, seals snooze, and otters play with endless charm. Perfect for captivating your class while sneaking in a little science, these clips will have your students saying “aww” while you say, “This totally counts as learning!”
In The Wet Season Comes to the Savanna, narrator Sir David Attenborough explores what happens when the dry season comes to an end across the African savanna and the herds return to the plains. When submerged by seasonal floods, the grass of the African savanna can still grow. Watch as a young baboon climbs on top of an adult to avoid the water. This video is excerpted from BBC's Planet Earth, a breathtaking documentary series that highlights the natural wonders of our planet.
In African Elephant River Crossing, host Andy Day spies a family of African elephants. They’re about to cross a river. Will the elephants, including the baby of the herd, make it through the deep, predator-infested water? This video is excerpted from BBC’s Andy's Aquatic Adventures, in which Andy Day jets all over the world to meet amazing animals living in and nearby water.
Journey into the rainforest with Andy! In this fun African forest elephants worksheet, you'll:
- Learn fascinating facts about African forest elephants, including where they live, what they love to eat, and all about their unique downward-pointing tusks.
- Test your memory with a quick quiz.
- Draw some tasty fruit for these gentle giants.
Step into the (very large) footsteps of Earth’s gentle giants. This playlist of eight video clips from BBC programs Planet Earth; Seven Worlds, One Planet; and Animal Babies follows elephants as they search for water, navigate Congo forests, communicate, and rely on the matriarch to stay safe. Learn how elephant families work together, adapt to challenges, and shape their ecosystems. Perfect for sparking curiosity about wildlife and habitats.
In The Animals That Rule the Desert, host Simon Reeve journeys through the Kalahari in Botswana, where he encounters lions, elephants, and jackals. Botswana has become a safe haven for African elephants, holding nearly a third of the population after decades of poaching and habitat destruction. With only 400,000 elephants left from an original 25 million, Simon emphasizes the urgency to protect these majestic creatures. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Wilderness With Simon Reeve, an epic adventure into the heart of Earth’s last great wild areas, where nature is at its most beautiful and fragile.
In The African Elephant Marches Towards Water, narrator Sir David Attenborough investigates how African elephants use their memories to find waterholes. The elephants gather in groups and travel during the night, when temperatures are cooler. This video is excerpted from BBC's Planet Earth, a breathtaking documentary series that highlights the natural wonders of our planet.
The article "Elephants Call Each Other by Name, Study Finds" from BBC's Discover Wildlife reveals that wild African elephants may use special sounds like names to call one another. Researchers found that elephants respond more when their name is called, suggesting they recognize and understand it. This discovery shows elephants may be capable of abstract thinking, like humans.
In Elephants Guided by the Matriarch, narrator Gordon Buchanan describes the challenges that African elephants face as they travel over the savannas. Baby elephants have to learn where to go and how to navigate potentially dangerous water crossings as they move from place to place. Since elephants travel great distances, the expertise of the elephant matriarch is critical to their survival. This video is excerpted from BBC's Animal Babies, a heartwarming show that follows the first breaths, first steps and first feeds of some adorable baby animals, revealing the challenges they face to survive in some of the toughest but most beautiful places on the planet.
In The Deadly Horned Triceratops, naturalist Steve Backshall explains how one of the most well-known dinosaurs used its physical features to attack its predators and defend itself. Fun fact: it weighed in at almost twice as much as an African elephant! This video is excerpted from BBC’s Deadly Dinosaurs, a documentary series in which host Steve Backshall is on the hunt for the deadliest animals to have walked the Earth — dinosaurs — exploring features of several species and putting their abilities to the test to reveal the raw power of these creatures.
In Insect Hunting with Africa's Giants, narrator Sir David Attenborough explains a unique partnership between carmine bee-eaters and elephants. These birds follow elephants across the African savanna to catch insects stirred up by the elephants' movements. This fascinating collaboration is a perfect example of how different species can work together to survive. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Planet Earth II, a breathtaking documentary series that highlights the natural wonders of our planet.
Get ready for cuteness overload with this heartwarming playlist of baby animal videos! Watch ducklings wobble, elephants splash, wildebeests race, seals snooze, and otters play with endless charm. Perfect for captivating your class while sneaking in a little science, these clips will have your students saying “aww” while you say, “This totally counts as learning!”
In The Wet Season Comes to the Savanna, narrator Sir David Attenborough explores what happens when the dry season comes to an end across the African savanna and the herds return to the plains. When submerged by seasonal floods, the grass of the African savanna can still grow. Watch as a young baboon climbs on top of an adult to avoid the water. This video is excerpted from BBC's Planet Earth, a breathtaking documentary series that highlights the natural wonders of our planet.