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21) Living in Tents
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A feature-length documentary about a homeless encampment on the outskirts of town, the individuals who choose to live there, and the volunteers who help them survive each day.
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"Geography is more than just maps and finding your destination. It is about the land, the people on that land, the delicate balance of nature, and our very interdependence upon it, despite the miracles of technology and grocery stores. It's about the effects of nature on places and people, as well as how politics, borders, cities, and towns affect our lives. The Handy Geography Answer Book traces the history of geography from Eratosthenes and Alexander...
23) Glaciers
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"Simple text and full-color photos explain how glaciers form and why they are an important landform"--Provided by publisher.
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A great concentration of ancestral Pueblo Indian dwellings, built from the 6th to the 12th century, can be found on the Mesa Verde plateau in southwest Colorado at an altitude of more than 8,500 feet. Some 4,400 sites have been recorded, including villages built on the mesa top. There are also imposing cliff dwellings built of stone and comprising more than 100 rooms.
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With its houses and its 32 totem and mortuary poles, the village of Ninstints, on Anthony Island, which was abandoned towards the end of the 19th century, offers a unique view of the activity of the indigenous Indian hunters and fishermen who once lived on the North Pacific coast.
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The food you eat, the clothes you wear, and the furniture you use: chances are that all three of these things have been manufactured in countries other than your own, which means you interact with lots of countries before you even leave the house to go to school! We are connected with other countries through international trade of goods and services, education, and migration—including asylum seekers and refugees. This wonderfully animated Miniclip...
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What can be done to reduce crime, increase safety, and improve livability in different communities? This clip considers factors influencing crime rates and perceived safety while comparing relevant facts and statistics from two different Melbourne suburbs: Richmond and Camberwell. This is an ideal resource for introducing students to subjective and objective measures of livability using actual data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics.
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How does being socially connected or isolated affect the livability of particular places? This clip showcases the experiences of three young Australians in very different geographical locations: the outback, outer suburbs, and inner city. Each person shares the benefits and challenges that their place of residence offers in terms of being connected to their community through examples like transportation, schooling, services, and recreation.
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The concept of population is a significant aspect of geography. This Miniclip defines and explains what population density is and shows students how to calculate it with simple mathematics. Using China as a case study, students will learn how the physical geography of countries influences where people live and how access to resources dictates the population density of regions.
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In this day and age, people all around the world are connected to each other in a variety of different ways. This Miniclip explores these global connections by focusing on international aid, tourism, and cultural events. How do these three things connect people from around the world? How is your classroom globally connected? With the help of this Miniclip, your students will discuss how the world is connected regardless of distance and become more...
33) Blue Ridge
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Filmed in stunning high-definition, Blue Ridge is a theatrical visitor center documentary produced for the National Park Service. Winding through majestic mountains, idyllic farmlands, and distinct communities of the Southern Appalachians, the Blue Ridge Parkway stretches for almost 500 miles through Virginia and North Carolina. Through the use of breathtaking aerial photography, remarkable storytelling, and authentic regional music, the video captures...
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WORLDQuest offers students a unique perspective about the chronological developments of the greatest nations the world has ever known. No place in all of the 2,000 islands that make up Greece, The Hellenic Republic, is further than 85 miles from the sea—a fact that affected the early history and rise to power of this great country. Although the modern Greek Republic has yet to celebrate its 100th birthday, the successes of ancient Greece in the...
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WORLDQuest offers students a unique perspective about the chronological developments of the greatest nations the world has ever known. Spain was once the most powerful country in the world. From an ancestry founded in North Africa and steeped in historic tradition, it continues to blend its past traditions with its tasteful flair for contemporary life. Spain’s world influence no longer stems from the ambition of kings and queens, but rather from...