17 September 2026 · The Guardian
Discovering the North Sea's Hidden Life
A new documentary reveals the surprising beauty of the North Sea. It shows the rich marine life that thrives despite challenges.
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Adapted from The Guardian, 7 September 2026, and rewritten at three levels by Newslish. Newslish is not affiliated with the source. Read the original.
Key vocabulary
ecosystem noun
A community of living things and their environment.
“The forest ecosystem is home to many plants and animals.”
sustainable adjective
Able to be maintained without harming the environment.
“We need to find sustainable ways to use our resources.”
impact noun
The effect or influence of one thing on another.
“The impact of pollution is visible in the water quality.”
exploit verb
To use something unfairly for personal gain.
“Some companies exploit natural resources without caring for the environment.”
marine adjective
Related to the sea or ocean.
“Marine life includes all the animals and plants that live in the ocean.”
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01What is the main idea of the article?
02What does 'sustainable' mean in the text?
03Who is Peter van Rodijnen?
04What does the documentary show about fishing?
Discussion
What do you think about the impact of fishing on the North Sea? In your answer, use the words 'ecosystem' and 'sustainable'.