Land Between Two Rivers: Part 3
Socrates on a Log, Part 2 (#309)
TV Schedule:
It is a special challenge to government officials to take a pro-environment stance in Iowa during times of economic troubles. As farms and cities fight for land, legislative efforts to put more endangered ecosystems under the state's protection resurface. [30 minutes]
Information For Teachers
- Grade Levels
- 6-8
- Curricular Areas
- Science & Technology
- Social Studies
- Series Length
- 13 episodes
- Average Episode Length
- 29 minutes
- Record Rights
- Recording/duplication allowed in perpetuity. If you miss the broadcast, contact your AEA for copies.
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- http://www.iptv.org/series.cfm...
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Series Description: LAND BETWEEN TWO RIVERS: PART 3 surveys the array of Iowa's plant, animal, insect and marine life against the backdrop of encroaching agricultural and urban development. The programs provide both concrete and abstract food for thought about Iowans' responsibility for their natural heritage.
All Upcoming Episodes
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Socrates on a Log, Part 2 (#309)
It is a special challenge to government officials to take a pro-environment stance in Iowa during times of economic troubles. As farms and cities fight for land, legislative efforts to put more... [30 minutes]
- Thu, May 30, 4:00 AM on IPTV
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The Seekers (#310)
This program presents the research results of some Iowa naturalists and the stories of their lifelong interests in scientific inquiry. Viewers take a look at crayfish behavior patterns... [29 minutes]
- Thu, May 30, 4:30 AM on IPTV
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The Nest (#311)
This program discusses observations made about four Iowa raptors: the turkey vulture, red-tailed hawk, Cooper's hawk and red-shouldered hawk. [29 minutes]
- Thu, June 6, 4:00 AM on IPTV
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The Loess Hills: Fragile Giants, Part 1 (#312)
This program explains how the Loess Hills were formed, examines pre-recorded history, and takes a look at early American Indians and large animals of the region. [29 minutes]
- Thu, June 6, 4:30 AM on IPTV
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The Loess Hills: Fragile Giants, Part 2 (#313)
This program explores three different ecosystems in the Loess Hills region and is highlighted by a trip to the prairie. Students also use role-playing to help determine the best use of a tract... [28 minutes]
- Thu, June 13, 4:00 AM on IPTV
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Right In My Backyard (#301)
Numerous bird species have adapted to human presence and assistance. The program looks at robins, kestrals, goldfinches, their habits and habitats and the status of their populations. [29 minutes]
- Wed, June 26, 2:00 AM on IPTV
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Living on the Edge (#302)
Diversity of species is necessary for healthy ecosystem and seemingly insignificant actions by humans can change this balance, for both good and ill. [29 minutes]
- Wed, June 26, 2:30 AM on IPTV
Past Episodes
These episodes of Land Between Two Rivers: Part 3 aired in the last few months on Iowa Public Television.