National Geographic Live Student Matinees offer students free, entertaining and visually spectacular presentations by dynamic National Geographic explorers, scientists, filmmakers, and photographers.

This season opens in January with filmmaker Michael Davie sharing riveting film clips and stories of the brutality, heartache, and beauty of Africa. In March, geologist and author Jared Diamond will offer insights into societal problems and how to solve them. Later in March, eco-adventurer Roz Savage will share inspiring stories from her rowing adventures. Photographer Paul Nicklen will take students on a journey to the ends of the Earth in April. NASA engineer Kobie Boykins will close the season sharing his infectious enthusiasm for Mars.

Registration opens December 8, 2009. Seats are limited so register early! Registrations will not be taken over the phone.

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There are no available seats for the remaining Spring 2010 student matinees.

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What teachers are saying about NG Live:

“Our students got so much out of the presentation and afterwards the staff kept on commenting about what a great program it was. It was such a wonderful combination of information—entertaining AND educational!”

“The presentation was so informative and well delivered on the children’s level, which is commendable. Upon returning to our school, the children couldn’t wait to discuss their experience of meeting the scientists and viewing the interactive exhibits in the museum. You never know if this program will be the inspiration for a future scientist.”

“One of the best things was giving the students a real life example of what they could be.”

What students are saying about NG Live:

“Thank you for the presentation! I enjoyed it because the pictures were amazing. Your speech was very interesting and inspired a curiosity inside of me. Perhaps I will go to Antarctica someday too!”
– Student in response to polar explorer Borge Ousland’s presentation