Let the Games Begin.... Quillan is a territory on the verge of destruction. The people have lost control of their own future and must struggle simply to survive. The only chance they have of finding a better life is by playing the Quillan Games. Hosted by a strange pair of game masters, Veego and LaBerge, the games are a mix of sport and combat. They use the people of Quillan as pawns for their amusement as they force them to enter competitions that range from physical battles, to impossible obstacle courses...
The faraway lands of the North and South Poles are examined in this revealing guide, enabling children to explore the coldest places on Earth from the warmth of their homes.
Disney Educational - Bill Nye The Science Guy: Spiders
In this episode of the Bill Nye the Science Guy series, students learn that spiders are both arachnids (not insects!) and carnivores (not vegetarians!). The Science Guy debunks any myths about spiders being creepy, pointing out their value in removing insect pests. He also looks at the engineering feats performed by spiders when making their webs and presents the "Foo Spiders," who perform a parody of their song, "This Is a Call." Nye inserts his trademark humor and parody into the scientific discussion to create a fun learning atmosphere.
Disney Educational - Bill Nye The Science Guy: Ocean Life
In Bill Nye the Science Guy: Ocean Life, the Science Guy takes a look at the small organisms of the sea, including plankton, kelp, and coral. Although many of these life forms are too small to be seen with the naked eye, their importance to larger organisms is enormous. Bill Nye goes down to the depths to investigate phytoplankton and zooplankton and their place in the ocean food chain. His special guest is marine biologist Karen Montano, who visits tide pools with a group of youngsters for a look at the "nurseries of the sea."
Disney Educational - Bill Nye The Science Guy - Forensics
Forensics scientists can find criminals when no one else can. Much of their detective work is accomplished in the lab, where they analyze bits and pieces found at a crime scene. Bill Nye the Science Guy: Forensics finds the standup scientist checking out how these behind-the-scenes investigators do their job.
