National Geographic Explorer (Student Magazine)

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JAN.-FEB. 2006

Freedom Readers
For African-American slaves, learning to read was a hazardous step toward freedom.

Moon Mission
Decades after the historic moonwalk, NASA is eyeing Earth's nearest neighbor with renewed interest.

Odd Couples
Meet wild animals that get by with a little help from their friends.

Storm Surge
Hurricanes seem to be getting worse. Is global warming to blame?

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We wish you great joy during this festive season, and we look forward to exploring together in the new year.

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BONUS HANDOUTS

Comprehension Check: Tall Questions
Five open-ended questions about "Neck and Neck" (pp. 14-19)

Comprehension Check: Cool Sentences
Four open-ended questions about "Snow Science" (pp. 20-23)

Issue Review
Ten multiple-choice questions covering the whole issue

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NG Creature Feature: Emperor Penguins
Learn more about these popular birds and watch them on video.

NG Film: March of the Penguins
Flightless birds soared to stardom in this hit movie.

NG News: Emperor Penguins
How do emperor penguins survive in their icy home? Find out here.

Viajes de los vikingos (Viking Voyages)
Read a Spanish translation of this month's article on Vikings.

BBC: The Vikings
Follow Viking voyages, see a Viking time line, and play a Viking game.

NOVA: The Vikings
Explore a Viking village, learn about Viking vessels, and write using Viking symbols.

Smithsonian: Vikings
Set sail with the first Europeans to reach America.

NG Creature Feature: Giraffes
Watch these gentle giants on video. Discover fun facts about them.

NG Quick Flick: Savanna
Explore Africa's grasslands by trekking into this cartoon. You'll meet elephants, lions, and more.

National Geographic: WildCam Africa
Watch live video from southern Africa. Get wild wallpaper for your computer.

NG Photo Gallery: Winter Wildlife
Chill out with a seal, a wolf, Siberian tigers, and other cool critters.

NG Kids magazine: "Avalanche!"
Face the fearsome power of "snow that smashes. " Find out how to stay safe.

NG News: Tips From an Avalanche Expert
Janet Kellam has spent 25 years studying avalanches. She discusses her work and offers safety tips.

Snow-Forecast.com
Find out where it's snowing around the globe. See amazing snow photos.

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National Geographic: Education Guide
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National Geographic: MapMachine
Looking for maps? Explore the world with National Geographic's online atlas.

National Geographic: News
From archaeology to zoology, there's always something new and interesting to explore.

National Geographic: One-Stop Research
Looking for National Geographic's best resources on our most popular subjects? This search tool connects you to maps, photos, articles, and more.

National Geographic: Publications Index
More than a century of National Geographic content is at your fingertips with this handy reference tool.

National Geographic: Xpeditions
Ideas, tools, and lesson plans bring the U.S. National Geography Standards to life.