Chasing Coral
“We made Chasing Coral to invigorate discussions around climate issues and activate youth to be a part of the solution. Below you’ll find five resources...
Overview
Chasing Ice is a powerful tool to engage the next generation in discussion around solutions to climate crisis.
The Chasing Ice Discussion Guide is available in three different versions, appropriate for use in for middle school, high school, and higher education.
The materials shared here were not created by Journeys in Film, but are valuable classroom resources.
- Type: Documentary Feature Film
- Lesson Grades: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, College, Adult Learning
- Rating: PG-13
- Ages: 13–17, 18–24, 25+
Common Sense Media rates this film as appropriate for ages 13+Beautiful, affecting documentary about glacier retreat.- Run time: 20-39 minutes, 60–119 minutes
Where to Watch
A 35-minute educational cut of Chasing Ice is available for free from WaterBear.
A 75-minute full-length version of Chasing Ice is available for educational licensing for free or reduced rates from ROCO Films.
You can watch Chasing Ice yourself on Amazon or other streaming platforms. Or buy it on Blu-ray, DVD or Multi-Format.
Chasing Ice Middle School Discussion Guide
Introduction to the Film
Vocabulary/Useful Terms
Seeing Climate Change
Ethical and Moral Considerations
Art as Scientific Process
Make a Difference
Action in the Classroom
Resources
Get Involved
Download MS Discussion Guide
Preview MS Discussion Guide
Chasing Ice High School Discussion Guide
Introduction to the Film
Vocabulary/Useful Terms
Seeing Climate Change
Ethical and Moral Considerations
Art as Scientific Process
Make a Difference
Action in the Classroom
Resources
Get Involved
Download HS Discussion Guide
Preview HS Discussion Guide
Chasing Ice College Discussion Guide
Introduction to the Film
Vocabulary/Useful Terms
Seeing Climate Change in the Ice
Art as a Way of Knowing
Ethical and Moral Considerations
Make a Difference
Take Action at Your University
Resources to Learn More
Get Involved
Download College Discussion Guide
Preview College Discussion Guide
Group Discussion Facilitation Guidelines
These tips can help you create safe space for classroom engagement on the themes and subjects of this film.
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