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Finders, Keepers? |
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Discover who has the rights to claim
sea-floor treasures of shipwrecks lying on the ocean floor?
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It's
carnival time! Join two best friends,
Hector and Alberto, as they make their
carnival masks. Then learn how Puerto
Rico's culture is a blend of other
cultures and traditions. |
Contemporary
fiction
In this story set in
the Caribbean, we learn that the
biggest is not always the best and
that small, delicate things can be
strong, too. Kindness. |
Who was
Christopher Columbus? Why did he sail
to America? Read about the determination that
took him from Spain to the islands
of the Caribbean Sea. Then discover
the peace-loving culture of the Taino
people who lived there. |
Use math to investigate
tourism statistics in the Caribbean Island
group of the Bahamas.
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Discover how islands are
made and about different populations in
an island ecosystem.
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| Ireland |
Operation Communication |
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Languages around the world are dying out. Learn how the Irish and other people are trying to preserve minority languages. |
No matter
where in the world they live, caring
for animals is an important part of
many children's lives. Meet an Irish
girl and share in her love for horses.
Find out about her responsibilities
and learn a little about life in Ireland. Commitment. |
Traditional
tale
In an old castle high
in the green hills of Ireland, there
lived three sisters. Discover how
two of them learn a lesson about kindness in
this colorful Cinderella story from
Ireland. |
Who was
Saint Brendan? Did he really sail from
Ireland in a leather boat? Discover
the legend of the mariner monk. Then
read about the commitment of
Tim Severin, the modern-day historian
who followed in Brendan's footsteps. |
Analyze codes starting with
the story of a 16-year-old Irish girl who
created a code to make the Internet more
secure.
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Examine the life of farming
families in Ireland, including the history
of the potato famine.
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| Japan |
Fast Track to Success |
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In some countries, students are under a lot of pressure to perform well and succeed in school. Read about how they cope.
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Meet
some Japanese children and enjoy the
fun and games during the spring festival
in Sapporo. Find out a little more
about life in urban Japan. Friendship. |
Traditional
tale
In this age-old tale
from Japan, we learn that it does
not pay to be dishonest or lazy and
that a kind, gentle,
and loyal spirit will be remembered
and honored forever. |
Who was
Murasaki Shikibu? Why is she still
famous today? Read about Murasaki's
life in ancient Japan, and find out
why generosity was
important to this writer in the Emperor's
magnificent court. |
Investigate geometry and
the history of kite making traditions in
Japan.
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Discover how the people
of Japan use modern technology to solve
overpopulation problems.
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| Mexico |
The Animal Files |
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Some rare pets are caught illegally. Read about poaching endangered animals and what people doing to help.
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Kin goes
to school and plays soccer just like
the other kids in his neighborhood.
When he finally explores the ancient
pyramids near his home in Palenque,
Mexico, however, Kin learns to respect his
Mayan heritage. |
Fantasy
In this story set
in the jungles of Mexico, we step
back in time and join a young Mayan
prince as he discovers friendship and
adventure outside the protection
of the royal palace. |
Who was
Alberto Ruz Lhuillier? How did he discover
something that had been lost in time?
Read about his curiosity and commitment for Maya archaeology, and
find out what led him to discover a
hidden tomb. |
Explore the number system
and calendars developed by the Mayan people
of Central America.
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Evaluate plants and how
people use them, especially for food production |
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Nepal |
Reaching New Heights |
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Learn how the educational opportunity for the children in Nepal is changing.
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Zoe from
New Zealand accompanies her photographer
father on a trek in Nepal. Find out
how she copes with the challenges of
trekking, and share her encounter with
a culture different from her own. Respect. |
Traditional
tale
Kauda can't bear to
see animals being mistreated. He
is rewarded for his compassion,
but when a greedy man steals Kauda's
magic away, it is the animals that
come to the rescue! |
Who were
the famous pair of climbers that became
the first people to make it to the
top of the world's highest mountain?
Read about their amazing teamwork and how they have each gone
on to influence the lives of others. |
Investigate facts and figures
related to trekking and mountaineering
in Nepal.
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Identify how plants, animals,
and people survive on the world’s
highest mountains.
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U.S.A. |
Is That Fair? |
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Much of our clothing is made by people in other countries. Learn about fair trade and consumerism.
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Since
synchronized swimming was made an Olympic
sport, teams have formed all over the
world. Read about this graceful sport
and the serious commitment it
requires from its team members. |
Contemporary
fiction
Kei is mad about the
sea. But he hangs out with boys who
catch and sell tropical fish and
coral illegally. When Kei finds a
valuable bracelet, he sells it for
diving gear, but he feels terrible
when he meets the girl who lost
it. In the end, Kei decides honesty is
worth more and is rewarded. |
Who is
Loretta Claiborne? What lessons can
we learn from her amazing life? Discover
how Loretta's natural ability and determination helped
her become one of the greatest ever
Special Olympians. |
Investigate time differences
and travel times between Hawaii and the
mainland states.
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Analyze waves, tides, tsunamis,
oceans currents, and sea safety.
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Vietnam |
Patching Up the Past |
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Can people who once fought each other in war be friends? Read about forgiveness and healing the wounds of war.
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Come
with TJ and his mother as they journey
between two worlds to meet long-lost
family. TJ learns to respect a
country and culture that is different
from his own. |
Play
Hoa Moc Lan is not
like most other young women her age.
She is a champion sword fighter and
an expert with a bow and arrow! She
has to put on a different act entirely,
however, when she becomes part of
the king’s army. Discover
her determination in this play from Vietnam. |
Who were
the Trung sisters? Why are they famous
in Vietnam? Read about the courage of
these Vietnamese national heroines,
and find out about their fight against
oppression. |
Analyze information related
to one of the world’s longest rivers.
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Discover Vietnam’s
many and varied birds and its conservation
programs.
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