Support for long-term classroom planning and professional development. Information covering important topics for today's educators and parents. The series uses footage from rainforests around the world to illustrate ecological community relationships. Information is provided about the lifestyles of specific organisms and how humans interact with the environment. A map helps orient the viewers to the location of rainforests on different continents.
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This video shows houses made from local plant materials and designed to withstand monsoons and floods. Viewers can see how tribal celebrations and recreational activities are influenced by the environment. The use of plant products for medicine is discussed. The video stresses the problems that result from the deforestation occurring in the rainforest and offers addresses of organizations that are devoted to its protection. No duplication, or TV broadcast may be performed without the written consent of the producer.