They apply this knowledge to the study of how climate affects people and the environment. Science, Health Students learn about water pollution, water-related illnesses, and sanitation procedures. They draft a simulated plan to submit to the World Health Organization to deal with water-related problems in African communities. Language Arts, Social Studies Students collect data about the role of water in celebrations around the world, organize it in a retrieval chart, and use the information to create learning stations for a Water Day Celebration. Geography, Technology Integration Agricultural practices in Madagascar are explored and the effects on the people, the environment, and the endangered lemurs are analyzed.
Students create technology-enhanced presentations.
Based on essays and photos provided by Peace Corps Volunteers, students create narrative cartoons that illustrate the lives of a young people in an African country. Language Arts Students research and analyze the role of water in daily life, and create symbols to represent their findings. The students' symbols are arranged to create a contemporary work of art. Language Arts, Visual Arts Students explore the literary elements of a Tanzanian folktale, connect its message to contemporary Tanzanian life, create original conclusions, and thematically illustrate the folktale using oil pastels.