“Dune’s Island” is a video learning series I wrote and directed that teaches environmental stewardship. Each episode is about 10 to 15 minutes long. The series is free to watch on Vimeo ad-free. You can even download it if you’d prefer to watch it offline.
Synopsis:
Follow the gently humorous adventures of 16-year-old Dune (a junior naturalist and student mentor) and her new pupils, Jordi and Mouth, a couple of city kids visiting for the summer. With the help of Mr. Binnacle, an educator at the Marine Science Center, the kids solve mysteries, protect endangered species and learn to become stewards of the island.
Praise for “Dune’s Island”
Here’s what parents and teachers are saying…
“Eric, thank you so much for sharing what has obviously been a labor of love with anyone who is interested in using your learning series. I, for one, as a fellow science teacher, find it absolutely amazing. Again, my sincere thanks, and hope that many will find this!”
-Vickilyn, A to Z Teacher Stuff Forums
“Amazing!! I watched all of them together. What beautiful scenery, Dune’s Island is Awesome, much rather watch it over another documentary. Great acting, I recommend it to anyone, especially families to watch with children.”
-Kutay D.
“These films are fantastic. My son and I love Dune’s Island. Thank you for sharing.”
-Adri E.
”I thoroughly enjoyed your video, Eric. It’s very engaging. I’m sure students will love it. It provides lots of opportunities for fostering discussion. Thanks for sharing.”
-Norah C.
“Hi Eric, I deeply appreciate your efforts to help children connect to nature! This is the most urgent and important issue for human sustainability. Heartfelt thanks!”
-Kn C.
“Very engaging – especially useful for classes studying adaptations. Plastic pollution and role of pelicans as indicator species also mentioned.”
-Karen W.
“This was so great!! I hope there will be lots more! 👏👏👏”
-Kimberly K.
“Thank you so much for being committed to nature and creating something so beautiful!!!”
-Wendy M.
”Thanks for sharing!!! I hope parents are sharing these with their kids!!! It’s awesome they have a series they can follow and then visit the location and take classes!!! My son would have thought this was the coolest when he was younger.”
-Michelle M.
“Thank you for creating it ! Such a wonderful way to spread the word and kids always love watching something so it’s a great way to get the word out!”
-Madre D.
“My kids and I loved Dune’s Island! Keep up the great work! We hope to see more adventures in the future. Such a fun way to learn, and so important! Thank you!!”
-Tobey R, Thorn Tree Books
“My child enjoyed the first episode and plans to watch more.”
-Stefani A
“Thank you…we love the outdoors and would love to share it with my kids”
-Liss D.
“Thanks, Eric. Just downloaded one episode and will forward it to my grand kids.”
-Big L.
“We love it! Thank you!”
-Kristi D.
“Love what you’re doing!”
-Jackie P.
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