Month: April 2008

Classroom Ideas

Can the Power of Film Bring the World Together?

PANGEA DAY – May 10 Next Saturday 24 short films, 7 concerts, and 13 visionary speeches will be broadcast simultaneously around the world. This global event, called Pangea Day in reference to the ancient super-landmass that all the current continents once comprised, seeks to overcome borders, difference, and conflict by allowing people to see the world through others’ eyes. The featured films include animated shorts, … Continue reading Can the Power of Film Bring the World Together?

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Five for Friday

1] National Parks Week April 19-27 Looking for an outdoor activity this weekend? Check out one of the National Parks. In celebration of National Parks Week, many parks are hosting events and programs including Junior Ranger Day, April 26. To find out what is going on at a National Park near you click here. 2] “Asia is the World’s Cradle for New Strains of Flu” … Continue reading Five for Friday

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Envision 2050 Poster Contest

The eco-activism group Re:Vision, along with several other environmentally-focused groups, is hosting a poster contest called Envision 2050. Urban Re:Vision is passionately committed to developing a sustainable urban city block that can be used as a prototype for American cities. They are asking students to envision their world in the year 2050, focusing on “sustainability, reduced carbon emissions and the balance between environment and nature.” … Continue reading Envision 2050 Poster Contest

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Exploring Our World

New MWW guest blogger series kicks off with “Spin the Globe” author Marissa Giamo.

My Wonderful World is excited to announce the debut of a guest blogger series! In this  program we provide a forum for those actively “doing” geography to weigh in on the issues and share their personal experiences. We are thrilled to have Marissa Giamo, author of Spin the Globe Adventures (you may remember the piece I wrote about her first book on Australia) as our … Continue reading New MWW guest blogger series kicks off with “Spin the Globe” author Marissa Giamo.

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Classroom Ideas

Five for Friday

1. Earth Day: Green Apple Festival Love your wonderful world and celebrate Earth Day! “America‘s largest Earth Day celebration” is coming to a city near you. The Green Apple Festival is made up of eight free concerts across the country beginning today, April 18, through Sunday, April 20. Some of the headliners include The Roots & Friends, O.A.R., Ziggy Marley, and many, many more. Check … Continue reading Five for Friday

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