Taped Program

INTRODUCTION TO RAIN FORESTS

A 60-minute videotape about tropical and temperate rain forests was broadcast and webcast on September 30 to introduce students to these fascinating ecosystems. You may watch the webcast by clicking on the link below. It's not necessary for your students to have watched the introduction for them to participate in the live, electronic field trip on October 14, so be sure to join us on October 14.

"America's Rain Forests: An Introduction". Click below to view webcast of this program.
On-Demand Webcast

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Program Description

In the first segment of this program, students learn about the Caribbean National Forest located in Puerto Rico, and accompany archeologists, scientist, and managers as they discuss their work and discoveries. In the second segment about the Tongass National Forest, students learn about the world’s largest temperate rain forest and the people who live, play, gather food, and work there.

If you would like to buy a videotape or DVD of America's Rainforests: An Introduction, please send a check or purchase order for $27 (which includes shipping and handling charges) to:
Prince William Network
Prince William County Public Schools
P. O. Box 389
Manassas, VA 20108

Please include the title of the program (America's Rain Forests: An Introduction) and whether you prefer DVD or VHS format.

You may also fax purchase orders to (703) 791-7378.