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This Week in Geographic History: March 19-25

Here’s an advance look at some of the “This Day in Geographic History” (TDIGH) events coming up this week. For each date, we’ve matched it with a map or visual, background information, and a classroom activity so you can plan ahead. Check out our Pinterest board for additional resources! Tuesday, March 20 TDIGH 1991: World Storytelling Day Storytelling is one of the oldest forms of communication, vital to … Continue reading This Week in Geographic History: March 19-25

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11 Things We Learned This Week

This week, we learned … … what happens when 26,000 stinkbugs invade your home. And they will. Read of the week! Could a cold winter threaten the stinkbugs?     … how urban leopards improve human health. Use our idea set to find nature in your own urban area.     … what happens when a centuries-old cultural tradition (onsen) clashes with 21st-century sustainability (geothermal … Continue reading 11 Things We Learned This Week

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Florida’s Flamingos Were Hiding in Plain Sight

ENVIRONMENT It turns out that Florida’s prettiest pinkos are natives of the Sunshine State after all. (National Geographic) Learn more about American flamingos with the Photo Ark! Discussion Ideas What is the species range of the American flamingo? Until recently, the species range of the American flamingo was thought to be mostly in the countries of the Caribbean—hence the bird’s other name, the Caribbean flamingo. … Continue reading Florida’s Flamingos Were Hiding in Plain Sight

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Switzerland Protects the Alps with a Blanket

ENVIRONMENT In the Swiss Alps, efforts to stop glacial melting have become commonplace. Each year, for example, a group of residents makes its way to the Rhône Glacier to cover up the ice in huge white blankets. (Smithsonian) Adapt our activity to learn more about how light-colored surfaces have a cooling effect on Earth. Teachers, scroll down for a quick list of key resources in … Continue reading Switzerland Protects the Alps with a Blanket

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Why Vultures Avoid Portugal

ENVIRONMENT New research shows a trend of vultures avoiding Portugal in favor of Spain, and human activity is likely to blame. (BBC) How else are vultures adapting their species ranges? Teachers, scroll down for a quick list of key resources in our Teachers Toolkit. Discussion Ideas Portugal is a nice place! Why are vultures avoiding it? Read through the short BBC article for some help. … Continue reading Why Vultures Avoid Portugal

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