Instructional Video
Minute Earth

Minute Earth: Why Is All Sand the Same?

9th - 10th
Learn how the different geological components that make up sand are formed. [2:28]
Audio
NPR: National Public Radio

Npr: Resolving to Eat Healthier

9th - 10th
National Public Radio talks with Dr. Walter Willett, Harvard MD and nutritionist, about changes that need to be made in the 1992 US Food Guide Pyramid. Interesting as an introduction to this topic, with links to related stories.
Instructional Video
PBS

Pbs Learning Media: At the Table: Is Our Food System Broken?

9th - 10th
The food system being broken is a phrase often repeated. But is it true? Different experts offer their insights about systemic practices and healthy food access. Spanish captions and transcript also available. [3:18]