Video Links for May 9, 2011

"Speed Coaster," p. 3: Take a virtual ride on Formula Rossa, the world’s fastest roller coaster, which opened in Abu Dhabi last fall.

 

"Soul Surfer," p. 6:

• Watch a preview of the new movie starring AnnaSophia Robb, Carrie Underwood, Dennis Quaid, and Helen Hunt!
  
  

• See Scholastic’s own Tyrus Cukavac interview AnnaSophia Robb, who stars as Bethany Hamilton in the movie!
  
  

 

"Dangerous Ground," p. 16: The ground really can open up under your feet! Watch a news video about a woman who recently fell into a sinkhole in her backyard in Florida.

 

"Crash Camera," p. 20: Take a look at real videos from American Family’s Teen Safe Driver Program, and hear what the teens have to say about how the videos have improved their driving.

Video Links for April 18, 2011

"Saving Babies," p. 3: A preview of the new movie Born to Be Wild!

 

"Trash Hotel," p. 3: Tour a hotel that was built with garbage.

 

"A Wild Life," p. 12: Watch an episode of the Jacobus brothers’ nature show on their Web site.

 

"Attack of the Flying Fish," p. 16: An anchor video all about invasive species."

 

Jack Black," p. 24: Watch the naming ceremony for baby Po the panda, including a presentation by Jack Black, and see a Scholastic Kid Reporter interview Jack.

Video Links for March 28, 2011

“Real-Life Jetpack,” p. 2:
Watch someone lift off with the Martin Jetpack!!


“Bugs for Lunch,” p. 3:
Watch a slideshow of insect and arachnid cuisine.


“Mama Bear?” p. 3:
Read more about the panda cub and its costumed caretakers, and watch a slideshow about other endangered animals.


“Megamind,” p. 6:
Watch a funny preview of the movie.