The Intertidal Zone
1985
16 min
Coming soon
This documentary explores the ecosystems of the intertidal zone in British Columbia. An "intertidal zone" is an area that is covered by the highest tides and exposed during the lowest. The filmmakers study the ecology of this unique environment, including its life cycles and food chains.
Details
This documentary explores the ecosystems of the intertidal zone in British Columbia. An "intertidal zone" is an area that is covered by the highest tides and exposed during the lowest. The filmmakers study the ecology of this unique environment, including its life cycles and food chains.
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directorDavid Denning
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cinematographyDavid Denning
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producerGeorge Johnson
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executive producerJohn Taylor
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editingBruce Giesbrecht
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sound editingCharles Wilkinson
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re-recordingPaul Sharpe
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narratorStan Peters
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musicBruce Ruddell
Education
Ages 11 to 15
Study Guide - Guide 1
Science - Life Systems/Ecology
Have students research why intertidal zones are important to marine life. Divide the class into small groups and ask each group to research an animal that lives in an intertidal zone and present the findings to the class. Ask each student to compose a poem inspired by the tide and marine life.
