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Giant Rat That Fell From the Sky Is a New Species

ENVIRONMENT Solomon Islanders had long reported Rodents Of Unusual Size, and now science supports them. (Nat Geo News) Why should we care about giant rats? Teachers, scroll down for a quick list of key resources in our Teachers Toolkit Text Set, including today’s MapMaker Interactive map.     Discussion Ideas That’s certainly a clickbait headline. Did a giant rat really fall from the sky? No, … Continue reading Giant Rat That Fell From the Sky Is a New Species

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Thousands Evacuate Bali Amid Fears of Volcanic Eruption

SCIENCE Tens of thousands of people were evacuated from an area around Mount Agung as hundreds of volcanic earthquakes were recorded in a single day. (The Australian and The Guardian) Where is Mount Agung? Teachers, scroll down for a quick list of key resources in our Teachers Toolkit Text Set, including today’s MapMaker Interactive map.   Discussion Ideas Indonesian authorities have evacuated more than 75,000 … Continue reading Thousands Evacuate Bali Amid Fears of Volcanic Eruption

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Alaska: The Last Frontier of Farming

UNITED STATES As cheaper technology and a changing climate make growing food easier, more Alaskans are turning to farming. (High Country News) When is Alaska’s growing season? Teachers, scroll down for a quick list of key resources in our Teachers Toolkit Text Set. Discussion Ideas What makes Alaska’s physical geography ideal for farming? Alaska’s geologic activity has created rich soil. “Thanks to built-up organic matter … Continue reading Alaska: The Last Frontier of Farming

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Saving the Great Barrier Reef, One Wetland at a Time

ENVIRONMENT A large-scale conservation project is underway on an Australian cattle ranch. Its aim: to help save the Great Barrier Reef, 12 miles away. (New Scientist) Why is ag not so sweet for the Great Barrier Reef? Teachers, scroll down for a text set in our Teachers Toolkit. Discussion Ideas “The Great Barrier Reef is a World Heritage Site, and one that is known to … Continue reading Saving the Great Barrier Reef, One Wetland at a Time

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11 Things We Learned This Week

This week, we learned … … the Great Pacific Garbage Patch could become a sovereign nation. Read of the week! What is the Great Pacific Garbage Patch?     … Moana is bolstering the Maori language. You’re welcome. Who are the Maori?     … Australia is trying to build a better coral reef. Why are coral reefs so important?     … after decades … Continue reading 11 Things We Learned This Week

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