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Finding environmental documentaries that youngsters will like watching isn’t as difficult as it appears. Nature documentaries have been transformed into good family movies in recent years by studios such as Disneynature.
There is no doubt that children are fascinated by animals and nature, making documentaries an excellent approach to teach children on all things natural.
Keep in mind, though, that there are a lot of documentaries out there that aren’t exactly kid-friendly because they feature disturbing visuals. Yes, we want our children to learn about animal life, but we don’t want to scare them! Here are some wonderful environmental documentaries for kids to watch.
Our Planet
David Attenborough narrates this eight-part series. The Emmy-winning, high-definition nature film provides a close-up look at creatures in their natural environments. Each episode presents a story about a different place of the world. Producers spent 10 days on the set for every final minute of the film. A fantastic film achievement.
Wings of Life
Wings of Life is a 2013 Disneynature documentary directed by Louis Schwartzberg and narrated by Meryl Streep. The film depicts the worlds of bees, bats, butterflies, hummingbirds, and flowers.
African Cats
African Cats is a 2011 nature documentary that follows the adventures of a family of cheetahs and a family of lions as they attempt to survive in the African Savannah. Alastair Fothergill and Keith Scholey directed the documentary, which is narrated by Samuel L. Jackson.
The Tigers of Scotland
Scottish wildcats are native to Britain and were originally found in England, Wales, and Scotland, but are now restricted to the upper Highlands of Scotland. These animals are elusive, and seeing one in the wild is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. This short introduces viewers about Scotland’s unique wild cats and the numerous problems they face, the most of which are caused by humans.
Born To Be Wild
Born to be Wild is a 2011 environmental documentary about orphaned elephants and orangutans. Morgan Freeman narrates the documentary, which is directed by David Lickley. In 2012, it received the Genesis Award for Best Documentary Feature.
Animals Are Beautiful People
South African wildlife is featured in the 1974 nature documentary Animals Are Beautiful People. The film was shot in locations such as the Okavango Delta and River, the Kalahari Desert, and the Namib Desert.
The Blue Planet (2001)
More is known about the moon’s surface than the deep oceans of Earth, despite the fact that the sea covers two-thirds of our planet. The mysteries of the deep, shoreline communities, sea creatures, tidal and climatic influences, and the entire biological system that revolves around the world’s seas are all explored in this compelling eight-part BBC series narrated by David Attenborough.
Nature’s Great Events
Nature’s Great Occurrences is a 2009 nature documentary that examines how the changing of the seasons, when fueled by the sun, causes events such as shifting ocean currents and weather patterns.
Oceans
Oceans is a 2009 wildlife documentary directed, produced, and narrated by Jacques Perrin, with Pierce Brosnan narrating the Disneynature version. The video examines aquatic animals found in the world’s waters, including octopus, sea turtles, bottlenose dolphins, spider crabs, and garden eels.
My Octopus Teacher
“My Octopus Teacher,” which was shot in 2010, follows filmmaker Craig Foster as he spends a year building a special friendship with an amazing species. The nature documentary was nominated for eight Jackson Wild Media Award nominations and won Best Feature at the EarthxFilm Festival.
David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet
Sir David Attenborough reflects on his career in nature filmmaking and analyses the state of the Earth and what needs to be done to save it in this must-see film. The documentary incorporates material from Attenborough’s past documentaries as well as new footage, both of which capture magnificent moments in nature. Though the much-loved and well-respected natural historian is in a depressing mood throughout the program, as he addresses dwindling animal numbers and the devastation of the world, Attenborough does provide optimism with a list of activities that may be taken to help avoid future decline.
Chasing Coral (2017)
This Netflix original follows a skilled team as they race to develop the first underwater time-lapse camera capable of capturing the phenomena of coral death, often known as “coral bleaching,” as it occurs. Because of global warming, the phenomena has increased worldwide, making this a timely and relevant film for children to see.