Rob Waring

The Art of Making Silk

National Geographic; Rob Waring

National Geographic/(ELT)

2008

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There is a silk factory in Florence, Italy, where workers use ancient machines to create beautiful silk cloth. Other factories have modernized and use newer machines but the workers here continue to weave silk from machines that are centuries old. How is this silk made? What makes it special?

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Capoeira: The Fighting Dance

National Geographic; Rob Waring

National Geographic/(ELT)

2008

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Capoeria is a Brazilian art that involves dancing and fighting. Capoeira was invented in the 1800s and it has become a popular activity today. Capoeira is now being used to help street children in Brazil to stay away from trouble. How does it help these children? What do they learn from capoeira?

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Zoo Dentists

Rob Waring; National Geographic

National Geographic/(ELT)

2008

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Two dentists in California treat some very special patients. Their patients are animals! Animals can develop dental problems just like humans. These dentists help them, but sometimes it can be dangerous. Have they ever been hurt by an animal? How do they treat dangerous animals?

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Wild Animal Town

National Geographic; Rob Waring

National Geographic/(ELT)

2008

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In the town of Kariba, Africa, people and animals live together happily. The town was built in a place where wild animals live. As long as both humans and animals obey certain rules, they can live peacefully. What are the rules in Kariba? How dangerous is it there?

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A Dolphin Named Cupid

National Geographic; Rob Waring

National Geographic/(ELT)

2008

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Dolphins are intelligent animals that live in the ocean. Every year thousands of dolphins swim too close to beaches by mistake and get caught. If left outside the water, they can die. This happened to a dolphin in Texas named Cupid. What happened to Cupid? Was he saved?

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The Three Rivers of Zambia

National Geographic; Rob Waring

National Geographic/(ELT)

2008

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Zambia, Africa, is nowhere near an ocean, but it is heavily influenced by water. Three great rivers flow through Zambia which impact the lives of the people and animals near them. How do the rivers impact life around them? How can humans protect these valuable rivers?

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Gliding Across the Gobi

National Geographic; Rob Waring

National Geographic/(ELT)

2008

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Two National Geographic explorers take an exciting and difficult trip to the Gobi Desert. When they finally get there, one explorer wants to take pictures of the desert in an interesting way. Why is it so difficult to cross the desert? How does the explorer take pictures of the Gobi?

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Dangerous Dining

National Geographic; Rob Waring

National Geographic/(ELT)

2008

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The puffer fish is a famous type of fish in Japan. If it's prepared properly, it's a safe and delicious meal. If it's not, it can kill those who eat it. How do chefs prepare the fish correctly? What are scientists doing to protect people who eat puffer fish?

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The Olympians

National Geographic; Rob Waring

National Geographic/(ELT)

2008

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The Olympic Games originated in ancient Greece where men from all over competed in sporting events. Over the centuries, the Olympic Games have developed and today top players from around the world compete to try and achieve their dream of winning an Olympic gold medal.

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The Adventure Capital of the World + Book with Multi-ROM

Rob Waring; National Geographic

National Geographic/(ELT)

2008

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Queenstown, New Zealand considers itself ?The Adventure Capital of the World?. Why? People go there to jump from high places, drive extremely fast boats and walk into the mountains and fly back. Why is Queensland such a popular place for adventure? What would you do there?

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Flying Pumpkins! + Book with Multi-ROM

National Geographic; Rob Waring

National Geographic/(ELT)

2008

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Every year, a group of people in Delaware have a pumpkin throwing contest. They use machines to throw pumpkins very far. The winner is the team that throws a pumpkin father than anyone else! How do they throw the pumpkins? Who's going to win?

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Birds in Paradise + Book with Multi-ROM

National Geographic; Rob Waring

National Geographic/(ELT)

2008

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Trinidad and Tobago is famous for its beautiful birds. One man has made it his life's work to study them. He's trying to photograph all of the 460 types of birds on the island. But there's one special bird that's difficult to find. Will he succeed?

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One Village Makes a Difference + Book with Multi-ROM

National Geographic; Rob Waring

National Geographic/(ELT)

2008

muu

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People everywhere need water for drinking, washing and other activities. In India there is not always enough water for everybody. Now, a group of villages is trying a different method to get water. Will they get the water they need? Can one village make a difference?

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The Three Rivers of Zambia

National Geographic; Rob Waring

National Geographic/(ELT)

2008

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Zambia, Africa, is nowhere near an ocean, but it is heavily influenced by water. Three great rivers flow through Zambia which impact the lives of the people and animals near them. How do the rivers impact life around them? How can humans protect these valuable rivers?

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Mount Fuji

National Geographic; Rob Waring

National Geographic/(ELT)

2008

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Mount Fuji is a famous mountain in Japan that has become a symbol of Japanese culture. Thousands of people climb the mountain every year. Some do it to take pictures and buy gifts. Others climb it for other reasons. Why do so many people climb Mount Fuji? What kind of experience is it?

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A Dolphin Named Cupid

National Geographic; Rob Waring

National Geographic/(ELT)

2008

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Dolphins are intelligent animals that live in the ocean. Every year thousands of dolphins swim too close to beaches by mistake and get caught. If left outside the water, they can die. This happened to a dolphin in Texas named Cupid. What happened to Cupid? Was he saved?

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Blue Cows?

National Geographic; Rob Waring

National Geographic/(ELT)

2008

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Farmers in India are having a serious problem. A local animal is eating their food. However, the farmers cannot hurt the animal because it has a special name. How can a name protect an animal? What will the farmers do?

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Wind Power

National Geographic; Rob Waring

National Geographic/(ELT)

2008

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In windy places, some people catch the wind's power with special equipment and use it to make energy.The schools in one area are using wind power to save energy and money. How is this energy made? Where is it all used?

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Blue Cows?

National Geographic; Rob Waring

National Geographic/(ELT)

2008

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Farmers in India are having a serious problem. A local animal is eating their food. However, the farmers cannot hurt the animal because it has a special name. How can a name protect an animal? What will the farmers do?

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Killer Bees!

National Geographic; Rob Waring

National Geographic/(ELT)

2008

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The native bees of Central America are important for farmers, the rain forests, and food production. However, a new kind of 'killer bee' is moving in and taking over the rain forests. What will happen to the native bees? Can the killer bees be stopped?

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