This week, we learned … … polluted water popsicles are making an impact. Resource of the week! Think about what water pollution is, and use inexpensive materials to make some “pops” of water in your own backyard. … Native American chokecherry pudding has medicinal qualities after all. Learn how is Nat Geo’s new explorer Hindou Oumarou Ibrahim is raising the voice of indigenous knowledge … Continue reading 11 Things We Learned This Week
Brennan Caverhill, this week’s Educator of the Week, helped his students to develop stronger connections to each other, their families, and the world through a multifaceted ancestry project. Brennan teaches grades 3, 4, 6, and 8 at Saint Cecilia Elementary School in Toronto, Ontario. […]
Each year the National Geographic Society recognizes a group of gifted and inspiring scientists, conservationists, storytellers, and innovators—explorers who are already making a difference and changing the world: Emerging Explorers. Emerging Explorers are a part of our Explorers Festival (June 15-18), which brings together some of the world’s top researchers, advocates, and storytellers. While they come from diverse backgrounds and disciplines, each is an exemplary explorer of … Continue reading 2017 Emerging Explorers (part 2)
Each year the National Geographic Society recognizes a group of gifted and inspiring scientists, conservationists, storytellers, and innovators—explorers who are already making a difference and changing the world: Emerging Explorers. Emerging Explorers are a part of our Explorers Festival (June 15-18), which brings together some of the world’s top researchers, advocates, and storytellers. While they come from diverse backgrounds and disciplines, each is an exemplary explorer of … Continue reading 2017 Emerging Explorers (part I)
We’re slowing down for the summer! Instead of our usual roundup of “This Day in Geographic History” (TDIGH) events, here’s a closer look at one historic event that connects to something in the news today. We’ve also matched it with a map or visual, background information, and additional resources. Tuesday, June 13 TDIGH: First Inter-Korea Summit In 2000, the leaders of North and South Korea … Continue reading This Week in Geographic History: Inter-Korea Summit
