Videos on Microplastics

Microplastics are Everywhere: Sarah Dudas

In this Ted Talk by biologist and professor Sarah Dudas, the issue of microplastics is clearly defined and easy to comprehend with excellent visuals and a storytelling feel. Ms. Dudas discusses the origin of microplastics, their effects on the environment, our role in this issue, and what we can each do to help take action on this problem. Make sure you turn on the captions, pause the video to take notes, and go back and re-listen to important sections to make sure your research is accurate.

Audience: Upper Elementary, Middle School

Brainpop - Plastic

While not specifically about microplastics, this overview video about plastics will help you understand the issue of plastic at large, as well as the history of plastic and the issues it causes.

Audience: Mid- and Upper Elementary, Middle School

Are microplastics in our water becoming a macroproblem?

In this short but information-packed video from National Geographic, learn about what microplastics are, how they are affecting our environment, and what you can do to help.

Audience: Upper Elementary, Middle School