Coyote Peterson's Wild Field Trip
Coyote Peterson's Wild Field Trip
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What Parents Need to Know
Parents need to know that Coyote Peterson's Wild Field Trip is a wildlife show featured on the Brave Wilderness YouTube channel. Host Nathaniel "Coyote" Peterson, is a wildlife expert and YouTuber (Coyote Peterson: Brave the Wild) who enlists a different kid co-host to help him in each episode. Together the pair explore the natural habitat or environment of various wild animals. Precautions are taken to protect the safety of the child and Coyote, but some risk is evident in each wild field trip. While no kids are seen being harmed, close encounters may make some viewers nervous. Themes of the show include advocating for animals, teamwork, and the importance of exploring the world around you. Each episode ends with a call to action for the viewer to engage in their own exploration or volunteer efforts for animals.
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What's the Story?
COYOTE PETERSON'S WILD FIELD TRIP takes viewers on a journey with host Coyote, and one child co-host as they have close encounters with wildlife in their natural environments throughout the country. The field trips take place in the aquatic ecosystem on the coast of Lake Erie, the oldest botanical garden in Arizona, and everywhere in between. Along the way, the explorers interact with snakes, foxes, tarantulas, scorpions, wolves, and much more. Every episode is packed with information about the animals encountered and the environments they live in. Each kid co-host displays bravery as they hold and feed wild animals alongside Coyote.
Is It Any Good?
This is a great family-friendly show that will inspire the next generation of animal advocates and conservationists. Coyote Peterson's Wild Field Trip encourages children and adults alike to go out into the world to explore, appreciate, and advocate for the wildlife around us. The host does a great job of explaining facts in a child-friendly way. Diagrams and illustrations, paired with live-action shots, are used to support learning. Information about conservation sites, learning resources, and research projects are included in the show so that learning can extended beyond each episode. While the show lacks human diversity, it's full of learning opportunities and positive messages.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the wildlife featured on Coyote Peterson's Wild Field Trip. What did you learn about the animals featured in today's episode? Which animal would you like to see in person? Why?
How do humans threaten the existence of wildlife? Which animals are in danger? What can you do to help?
Coyote travels around the country, visiting animals in different environments. Which destination would you like to visit? Why?
Go outside with a trusted adult and have your own wildlife field trip. Remember to be safe!
TV Details
- Premiere date: December 8, 2021
- Cast: Nathaniel "Coyote" Peterson
- Network: YouTube
- Genre: Educational
- Topics: Activism, Adventures, Ocean Creatures, Science and Nature, Wild Animals
- TV rating: NR
- Last updated: February 25, 2022
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