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Extraordinary visuals introduce young students to some of the many flowers, vines, fungi and trees found from the forest floor to the top of the forest canopy. Presenting information on dozens of plants, the program explains the ecology of the forest and explores the human uses of the rainforest for food and medicine.

Teaches children and their parents about fish from around the world.

Bill Nye goes underwater to talk about ocean ecosystems and the importance of small organisms such as coral, kelp, and plankton. These latter organisms are the food of huge whales, which gather them by straining thousands of tons of sea water through their mouths.

In "Holiday Special," it's the last day of school before the winter holidays begin and the kids take a trip to Murph's (Dolly Parton) recycling plant. In "All Dried Up," Phoebe, always the caring soul, goes on a crusade to save the animals and plants of the desert--and discovers how well they take care of themselves. In "In the Rain Forest," it's Earth Day, and the kids discover how cocoa pods, mud puddles and bugs all play a part in the wondrous...

Students learn that not all trash is created equal as we visit a recycling plant. Different kinds of pollution -- air, water, and noise -- are explored, and the various causes behind them are revealed.

It's time for a swim with the Wild Kratts! Join Chris Kratt and Martin Kratt as they take Jimmy to his own personal swimming tutor - a sea otter named Coach! Then, catch Chris and Martin in other exciting adventures where they embark on a pirate adventure in the Indian Ocean, search the ocean to find Jimmy's lost keys, and try to find their way back together after getting separated in the ocean.

Using their Creature Power Suits the Wild Kratts showcase a rare wildlife moment filled with villains, daring resues, and lots of comedy in the four adventures.

Sid the Science Kid goes to the local Science Center to learn about protecting the environment, conservation, and recycling.

Creature teachers Chris and Martin Kratt will take families along on extraordinary animal-powered adventures. The show transforms the Kratt Brothers into animated versions of themselves, allowing the real-life zoologists to visit wild animals in their little-seen habitats and showcase key science concepts.

The Kratt Brother's adventure continues into the jungle! Join the brothers in discovering some of the most interesting and elusive creatures in the world. Learn how lizards walk on water, orangutans create medicines, and tarsiers survive in total darkness. Martin and Chris study the ways of this diverse ecosystem, all while helping out their jungle friends.