Let Television Teach You About Science

Science class was boring in high school; however, you can learn everything you ever wanted to know on television. The Planet Green, the Discovery Channel, and the History Channel all offer great documentaries that make us want to learn everything our science teachers never could. From Biology to Zoology every thing you could possibly want to know is explored in one way or another on these great channels.

"Life" is a Discovery Channel hit that shows viewers some of the most spectacular and bizarre habits of some of the earths most amazing plants and animals. Life covers all the continents and every life form that lives on them, even the ones in the most extreme conditions. Explore the underwater world of the fish, life on the land with the mammals, the eating and mating habits of the insects, and souring through the sky with the birds. Up close and personal their daily lives are fascinating and intriguing.

"How the Earth was Made" is a History Channel series that explores some of the greatest wonders of the world. From the depths of the Grand Canyon to the peak of Mount Everest you can explore some of the Earths most fascinating places and possibility some of the most dangerous. The geology of the process that create these magnificent sights are explained.

Another History Channel program is "Underwater Universe" with information that can be down right scary. Learn how the corrosive salt water has been eating away at the coast lines. Find out what spots in the oceans are most likely to be the homes of tidal waves, whirlpools, and under currents. Learn exactly how hostile the under water world can be.

"Coastwatch" can be seen on Planet Green. Whoever thought fishing would be dangerous but apparently fishing in New Zealand is no piece of cake. The Ministry of Fisheries and the Maritime Police work around the clock to keep the New Zealand waterways safe from poachers and gangs. By keeping the waterways safe they are ensuring that the fisherman have a future in the business by protecting the aquatic life from the poachers.

"Planet Earth" takes viewers through the forests, deserts, mountains, and oceans. Find out what kind of habitat lives in the darkest caves or the highest mountains. What plants or animals exist in the coldest of cold or can handle the hottest heat. This Discovery Channel program gets up close and personal with some of the most spectacular creatures that have been created.