National Geographic - Our World
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2 Austrian BASE jumper Felix Baumgartner jumps from the edge of space, 39 km (24 mi.) above the surface of the Earth. Unit 5 1. In the photo, we see a man jump from the edge of space and then free-fall, attached only to a helium balloon. Would you try this? Why or why not? 2. Why do you think people explore? What can be learned from exploring new places? 3. Where would you like to explore? Explain. " We really need to show people the world in a different light, in a new format—something that they can engage with and be excited about." —Corey Jaskolski 76 77 Explore Why We " When multiple colors dance across the result can be a carnival." —Annie Color Matters Unit 1 8 OWI_1_SE_09313_008-023_U01_CR.indd 8-9 Unit 7 1. Look at the photo. Do you like what you see? Do you think it's art? Why or why not? 2. What are the differences between art in a gallery and art in the street or in a park? Where do you prefer to look at art? 3. Think of a piece of artwork or photograph you love. Describe it and explain why you love it. " Art in the public space is meant to create a conversation, it's meant to challenge preconceptions, it's meant to inspire." —Shannon Galpin Art in the Open Houses painted to create a mural in the Las Palmitas neighborhood of Pachuca, Mexico 111 110 1. What problem is the man in the photo solving? Can you think of another way to solve the problem? 2. Think of an invention that impressed you. Who made it? How is it useful? Why is it interesting to you? 3. How does an idea become a reality? What needs to happen in order to successfully create something? " People create amazing things based on what they can imagine, and what they're truly, truly passionate and excited about." —Tan Le Unit 7 A creative way to bring the dog along, Taipei 111 110 Unit 7 Creative Problem- Solving Introduction ...................................................................................................................................... 2 Learn English with National Geographic Explorers ............................................... 4 Meet the Explorers ........................................................................................................................ 6 Become Active Participants in the Classroom ......................................................... 8 Explore the World Through Cross-Curricular Topics ......................................... 10 Professional Development and Technology ........................................................... 12 Program Resources and Series Editors ....................................................................... 13 Level 1, Unit 3: Secrets of the Dark .................................................................................. 14 Level 2, Unit 1: Color Matters .............................................................................................. 30 Level 3, Unit 1: Who Am I? .................................................................................................... 48 Level 4, Unit 5: Why We Explore ........................................................................................ 64 Click on the audio and video icons throughout the Sampler to hear and watch the corresponding audio and video content.