 Chesapeake Bay Week
Airing on MPT, April 23-29
Join Maryland Public Television for our weeklong annual celebration and exploration of the Chesapeake Bay.
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Tune into Chesapeake Bay Week programs.
> Hear from a panel of world-renowned experts during MPT's Chesapeake Bay Summit moderated by Frank Sesno.
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Educational Resources
Look no further than Thinkport to support learning and
instruction around the Chesapeake Bay. Educators and parents can take this unique opportunity to teach youth about the science of the bay with interactive activities, lessons and
media.
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Bayville
The Chesapeake Bay comes to life in your classroom with MPT's media-rich learning adventure, Bayville. You can
bring out the explorer in every student through virtual lab experiments, a
tour of bay habitats, online games, and interactive activities.
(Grades 6-9)
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Saving Smith Island
Maryland’s quaint Smith Island is facing environmental issues and the
future of the island is in question. In MPT’s science-literacy activity, students critique data, watch videos and conduct research
to uncover factors that weigh heavily on the island’s fate. The activity culminates in a written
project. (Grades 6-8)
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Where Has All the SAV
Gone?
Bay grasses have plummeted in the Chesapeake Bay, a factor
that affects the health of these treasured waters. In MPT’s interactive
literacy module, students gather information, conduct research and examine data
as they prepare to write an informative report about submerged aquatic
vegetation (SAV). (Grades 9-12) |
Celebrate Earth Day on April 22 and help students understand the significance of this special day dedicated to improving our environment.
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Climate Education Week April 24-28
Climate Literacy is the theme for this year’s
Climate Education Week. Engage students in local environmental issues with a
comprehensive toolkit packed with K-12 curricula, lesson plans, educational
activities and films. The kit includes educator resources and a parents guide. |
Children are curious, creative and love to have fun. As Earth Day approaches, use the following hands-on activities to support learning and pay homage to the environment.
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Earth Day Crafts
Kick off Earth Day festivities with DIY arts and crafts
projects such as making watering cans, creating houses for bugs, and crafting picnic
bags.
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Simple Ways to Protect the Earth
Encourage
children to respect our planet and to accept roles in protecting the earth. Get
a great start with activities, tips and games from PBS Parents.
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Special Events
Eatin' Oysters: Chesapeake Style! April 21, 7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join Maryland Public Television for a Friday Freeview film screening in Owings Mills, MD. Come see why the Chesapeake Oyster is king in Maryland. > Learn more.
* A bonus screening of "Keeping The Potomac" has just been added!
March for Science: April 22, Washington, DC and Nationwide
Get involved and March for Science on Earth Day! The event shows the critical role science plays in our lives.
* Satellite marches are happening across the country. Search for a march in your area/state.
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