Saving My Tomorrow

From the children who will inherit the planet comes a collection of songs, activism and heartfelt tips for protecting the earth. A co-presentation with the American Museum of Natural History, the show features conversations with scientists and kids about how wildlife is affected by a changing earth. A mix of science, animation, and stories of plants and animals in danger, the show is a call from kids to kids to help protect the planet and everything on it. Readings and performances by Tina Fey, Lennon & Maisy, Stephin Merritt, Liam Neeson, They Might Be Giants and Jeffrey Wright.

From the children who will inherit the planet comes a collection of songs, activism and heartfelt tips for protecting the earth. A co-presentation with the American Museum of Natural History, the show features conversations with scientists and kids about how wildlife is affected by a changing earth. A mix of science, animation, and stories of plants and animals in danger, the show is a call from kids to kids to help protect the planet and everything on it. Episode 2 includes readings and performances by Ziggy Marley, Willie Nelson, Susan Sarandon, and Neil deGrasse Tyson.

Focusing on plastic pollution and deforestation, this episode includes stories about the Amazon rainforest and the albatross and follows young activists around the world as they clean up the beaches, plant trees, and demonstrate at City Hall. With readings and performances by Alan Cumming, Laura Dern, Pete Seeger, They Might Be Giants, an appearance by Pharrell Williams, and scenes at the American Museum of Natural History.

Focusing on energy use and sustainability, Part 4 in the "Saving My Tomorrow" series features stories about endangered animals alongside scenes with kids who are working to protect the nature around them--from the mountaintops to the coral reefs. Readings and performances by Elizabeth Mitchell, Willie Nelson, They Might be Giants, Dan Zanes, and behind-the-scenes at the American Museum of Natural History with Dr. Christopher Filardi and Dr. Mande Holfold.

The fifth installment in the series features more thoughts from kids and scientists about endangered species and their habitats. With stories about honeybees, oysters, turtles, frogs, and birds, this episode offers an inspiring take on how we might protect the planet and everything on it. Readings and performances by Laura Dern, Stephin Merritt, and They Might be Giants, and behind-the-scenes at the American Museum of Natural History with Dr. Michael Novacek and Dr. Christopher Raxworthy.

The final installment in the acclaimed series includes stories about the importance of youth activism and the difference kids can make. Featuring young people dedicated to making the earth a cleaner place, the show explores issues ranging from fracking and water pollution to the benefits of local food and reducing our carbon footprints. Also featured are readings and performances by Audra McDonald, Jason Mraz, Karen O, They Might Be Giants and the late Pete Seeger.