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DNA Reveals Undiscovered Ancient Migration Route

SCIENCE For ten years, Genographic Project scientists have explored and explained how patterns in our DNA show evidence of migration out of Africa and across the globe. But new research shows that eventually some of our ancient ancestors also moved back. (Nat Geo Explorers Journal) Use our resources to understand the Genographic Project and ancient human migration. Discussion Ideas To uncover evidence of an ancient … Continue reading DNA Reveals Undiscovered Ancient Migration Route

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Journey to the Center of the Earth

SCIENCE How far would you have to travel to reach the Earth’s core? And what would you see along the way? Use this interactive to dig into the truth. (BBC) Download our own high-resolution illustration of Earth’s interior. Teachers, scroll down for a quick list of key resources in our Teachers’ Toolkit. Discussion Ideas Scrolling through the fantastic BBC interactive graphic of Earth’s interior, it … Continue reading Journey to the Center of the Earth

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Hooray for Humpbacks

ENVIRONMENT An Earth Day success story! Most humpback whale populations may soon be off the endangered species list. “We live in an age where all we hear is terrible news,” says one expert. “[T]he fact that something as iconic and amazing as a humpback whale can be taken off the endangered list is a phenomenal thing.” (San Jose Mercury News) Learn more about humpbacks’ incredible … Continue reading Hooray for Humpbacks

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Where Have Women Served as Heads of State?

POLITICS As Hillary Clinton begins her campaign for the U.S. presidency, we take a look at where women have served as heads-of-state in the 20th century. (Huffington Post) Map where women have led nations with today’s MapMaker Interactive map. Any of these women would be a great subjects for a biography book report! Teachers, scroll down for a very quick list of key resources in … Continue reading Where Have Women Served as Heads of State?

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Science Sees Sea Snot Seeping on the Seafloor

ENVIRONMENT On the anniversary of the Deepwater Horizon explosion, scientists reveal a newly discovered process that may inspire better cleanup strategies. (Nat Geo News) Use our resources to learn more about the Deepwater Horizon explosion and oil spill. Discussion Ideas The Nat Geo News article details a newly discovered phenomenon called MOSSFA—marine oil snow sedimentation and flocculent accumulation. (Just looking at the vocabulary gives you … Continue reading Science Sees Sea Snot Seeping on the Seafloor

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