Great Lakes

Dive in and explore the lakes that make Michigan truly special.

Learn about the spectacular Great Lakes region we call home, from the plants and animals that surround us to the history of lumberjacks and farmers to the beauty of the Mackinac bridge and our natural areas.

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  • Rocks
    Lesson 12

    Rocks

    Pre-K

    Wimee sings about a silly rock and Moby tell us about his favorite rock. Wimee and friends write a story about a quest to find a magical rock; Brody shows us s…

  • Weather
    Lesson 11

    Weather

    Pre-K

    ABC News Chief Meteorologist Ginger Zee joins Wimee and friends to talk about weather and being a scientist, and Wimee and friends write a story about a cat th…

  • Dolphins
    Lesson 01

    Dolphins

    Pre-K

    Wimee sings about dolphins doing things kids like to do; Moby shares what helps dolphins swim quickly; Wimee and friends write a story about a rollerblading sh…

  • Nature in OUR Neighborhood: Colors and Shapes
    Lesson 01

    Nature in OUR Neighborhood: Colors and Shapes

    ArtScience1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, Kindergarten, Pre-K

    Build your own tool to explore the different colors and shapes outside in your neighborhood.

  • Ocean Stories with Allison
    Lesson 104

    Ocean Stories with Allison

    Pre-K

    Join Allison for a storytime from her house!

  • Frog Stories with Christopher
    Lesson 107

    Frog Stories with Christopher

    Pre-K

    Join Christopher for songs and stories to start your day.

  • Sharing Stories with Elle
    Lesson 111

    Sharing Stories with Elle

    Pre-K

    Join Elle for a storytime from her living room!

  • Snow Stories with Amanda
    Lesson 112

    Snow Stories with Amanda

    Pre-K

    Join Amanda for stories and songs from her living room!