American Grasslands
| Series
Information |
Curricular
Areas:
Science |
| Length:
6/10-Minute Programs CC |
| Grade
Levels: 4-8 |
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American
Grasslands documents the great diversity in one of North America's
most ecologically significant and threatened biomes and highlights
the various types of grasslands, from the famed tallgrass prairie
to lesser known desert and coastal grasslands. A special program
within the series explores conservationists' efforts to protect
the highly fragmented grassland habitats and restore them to their
original state by reintroducing fire and native flora and fauna.
Highlighting the various types of grasslands and with stunning footage
of some of the diverse wildlife that inhabits this biome, American
Grasslands will be an important addition to any community or science,
history or language arts classroom.
Episode Descriptions
1
North American Grasslands — This program provides an
overview of the various grasslands in the continent and examines
distinct habitats such as California, desert, and intermountain
grasslands.
2 Tallgrass Prairie — The so-called "true prairie,"
tallgrass prairie was once the most dramatic North American grassland,
reaching up to 12 feet in height. Today this habitat covers only
1% of its former range.
3 Mixed Prairie — A combination of both short and tallgrass
prairie, mixed prairie contains more plant species than any other
prairie type.
4 Shortgrass Prairie — Grazing by large ungulates such
as buffalo and pronghorn and small animals like prairie dogs historically
maintained these grasslands.
5 Coastal Grasslands — Many people are surprised to
discover that remnant grasslands can be found along the Gulf Coast
in Texas and Louisiana and within the Everglades.
6 Grasslands Conservation — Public and private environmental
groups are working together to save North America’s relict
grasslands and restore them to their original condition through
prescribed burning and the reintroduction of native species.
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