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Thai Shrimp Farmers Reclaim Mangrove Forests

ENVIRONMENT Communities in Thailand are restoring degraded mangrove forests to grow and harvest clean, healthy shrimp. (Al Jazeera) Download and print our guide to the mangrove ecosystem, in English or Spanish—then color one yourself! Teachers, scroll down for a quick list of key resources in our Teachers Toolkit. Discussion Questions According to the great article from Al Jazeera, Thai aquacultural communities are planting mangrove trees … Continue reading Thai Shrimp Farmers Reclaim Mangrove Forests

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11 Things We Learned This Week!

What did you learn this week? Let us know in the comments or at education@ngs.org. This week, we learned … … who the most murderous mammals really are. Editor’s pick of the week! What is a meerkat’s mob mentality? What factors contribute to meerkat survival? Make your own meerkat … then make it kill.   … this orchestra literally plays with its food. What vegetables … Continue reading 11 Things We Learned This Week!

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The 2016 Breakthrough Junior Challenge is Underway!

Calling all scientists, mathematicians, and filmmakers, ages 13-18, from around the world. The 2016 Breakthrough Junior Challenge is underway. This competition, in partnership with the Khan Academy, invites students to submit a video (max 5 minutes) that explains a challenging and important concept or theory in mathematics, life sciences, or physics. The winner will get a $250,000 scholarship. The winning student’s teacher and school will also benefit: … Continue reading The 2016 Breakthrough Junior Challenge is Underway!

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Was This House a Station on the Underground Railroad?

UNITED STATES Lots of old neighborhoods make the claim: See that house? It was once a station on the Underground Railroad. Was it? (Washington Post) What was the Underground Railroad? What was a station? Use our simple study guide to find out. Teachers, scroll down for a quick list of key resources in our Teachers Toolkit, including today’s MapMaker Interactive map.   Discussion Ideas The … Continue reading Was This House a Station on the Underground Railroad?

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Banned Books Week: Celebrating Diversity

UNITED STATES The theme for this year’s Banned Books Week is “Celebrating Diversity.” Why do you think books by diverse authors or featuring diverse content are disproportionately challenged and banned? (Guardian) Learn more about challenged and banned books with our resources, polls, and maps. Teachers, scroll down for a quick list of key resources in our Teachers Toolkit. Discussion Ideas This week is Banned Books … Continue reading Banned Books Week: Celebrating Diversity

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