Note : Power Up Gambia seeks to make its resources useful to schools. While they have found the
content of the following listed visuals, books and websites relevant and interesting, they will not
be responsible for the content of the DVDs, books or weblinks, or changes in content of the sources
to the weblinks, or for the content of the sources accessed through secondary links.
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| Renewable Energy |
Global Warning: The Signs and the Science (DVD) |
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This PBS documentary gives a factual and convincing overview of the challenges facing our planet. A great 1st step in raising the awareness of our younger students. |
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Narrated by Alanis Morissette.
Run Time : 60 mins; 1 disc. Release Date : April 2005 |
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Power Shift : Energy + Sustainability (DVD) |
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A good short video about the current energy consumption habits and some of the problems and solutions associated with it. Ideal for younger audiences. |
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Directed by Kirk Bergstrom and narrated by Cameron Diaz & William McDonough. |
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Run Time : 26 minutes; 1 disc. Release Date : Jan 2006 |
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Design: e2 (DVD) |
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Eight different topics - from sustainable architecture to water culture to alternative energy to organic farming to recycled clothing and more - are each presented in six 30-minute episodes, challenging is to live smarter, live greener, and live with the future in mind. This excellent PBS series introduces us to the inventive leaders & technologies driving sustainable practices in the buildings where we live, work and play. e2 demonstrates that living in harmony with nature is not only a matter of progress, it's a matter of our survival. |
•Upper School |
Narrated by Brad Pitt
Run Time : 180 minutes; 1 disc.
Release Date : 2006 |
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NOVA: Solar Energy - Saved by the Sun (DVD) |
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In the face of steeply rising oil prices and politicial turmoil, there is new urgency in finding a solution to our uncertain energy future. This episode of the highly acclaimed TV series seeks to answer the question: can solar power help save the Earth from the depredations of global warning? NOVA presents the latest thinking from solar enthusiasts and sceptics as it investigates cutting-edge research developments. The film introduces viewers to the scientists and business people who are racing to make solar power practical - for lighting, heating and running power plants. |
•Upper School
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Run Time : 56 mins.
Release Date : July 2007 |
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Wind Power for Delaware (DVD) |
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Bluewater Wind LLC, one of the nation's leading developers of offshore wind energy projects, and a tireless advocate of wind as a clean, safe, and stable-priced means to meet our energy needs, brings us this 14-minute film on the potential of wind power for Delaware. |
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| African Culture |
Children's Stories From Africa (DVD) |
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Story-teller, Nandi Nyembi, tells 12 stories from an award-winning collection of African fables and songs. The stories are built around the age-old tales of African wildlife: wart hogs, monkeys, crocodiles, and the like. These tales teach simple morals: the dangers of greed, the importance of picking your friends, following your heart. Only a few still pictures accompany each story - the heart of this program is our vivacious storyteller. Preschool dancers in native dress enter the hut after each story and playfully dance. |
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| Africa-Inspired Books |
| African Culture |
"Kilaguni, A Journey Through Africa"
by Herbert Ostwald & Svenja Doering |
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Carved by an artist, a baby rhino named Kilaguni bravely decides it doesn't want to be sold as a souvenir, but instead wants to be with its relatives. On its long journey through east Africa, Kilaguni meets many people and learns how they live. One by one, these people help the wooden baby rhino become more complete and prepares it to join a real rhino family. And, that's just what happens one afternoon on the golden grass-covered savannah. Learn a few Swahili words at the end of the book too. |
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| African Culture |
"Mongoose and Mouse"
by Godfrey Nyotumba & George Kimani |
Lower School |
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This book gives a social message of a friendship betrayed through greed. Beautifully illustrated in black and white this book is ideal for motivating children to read on their own. Illustrated in black and white, can be used as a coloring book. |
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| African Culture |
"Beneath the Rainbow" (Volume 2)
A Collection of Children Stories and Poems from Kenya |
Lower School |
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Three exciting stories and two poems from Kenya. The Cave of Horns, Princess Rainbow and the Herdsboy, and Mingo the Flamingo are written in a lively and imaginative manner, continuing the fireside storytelling tradition of Africa. Colorful illustrations of wild animals, people, birds and scenery by some of Kenya's finest artists fill each page .Children will love the lively characters, exciting action and stunning wildlife portrayed in each story as they learn about the magic that is Africa. |
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| African Culture |
"NKISHU, Myths and Legends of the Maasai"
by Kilo wa Mbugua
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Enchanting stories and poems about the people of Africa. |
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| African Culture |
"Fairy Nyumbani"
by Alexandra Williams;
illustrations by David Williams. |
Lower School |
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In the magical African kingdom of Fairy Nyumbani, the fairy Queen Binabah watches over fairies and animals; including Peter Tembo, the mischievous little elephant, and the gruff buffalo Nyati. One day they rescue tourists out on safari whose car sinks in the mud. |
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| African Culture |
"Hogs Tales - Camp life in Africa"
by Fiammetta Monicelli,
drawings by Nathaniel Kivoi |
Middle School to High School |
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A personal love story about the author’s home, Hog Ranch, began as letters to an uncle. An intimate account of life in Kenya with whimsical illustrations, photographic transparencies and recipes! |
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| African Culture |
"The Magic Drum"
illustrated by Robin Miranda |
Lower School |
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Three different authors tell a story from Africa’s savannah, sea and skies. The title story concerns Fodo the frog and his magic drum. His grandfather had given him a magic drum and one night Fodo leads his animal friends to a vegetable garden where they all feast. The farmer is furious and catches them feasting again the next night. He chases Fodo to the waterhole and Fodo jumps in with his drum. Ever since that night Fodo is too afraid to bring his drum out of the water and the sound of his under water drumming can be heard across the plains. |
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| African Culture |
"Mcheshi Goes on a Journey"
illustrated by Judy Wanjiku Mathenge & Robin Miranda. |
Lower School |
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Written in English and Swahili. A girl named Mcheshi and her aunt are going on a long journey to visit a friend. Along the way they see Nairobi, the Indian Ocean and Manda Island, and experience many different modes of transportation. At the end of the book there’s a map and some fun activities. |
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| African Culture |
"The Secret of the Mango Grove"
illustrated by Robin Miranda |
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A rich man owns a wonderful mango grove and his daughter takes care of all the creatures in it. A visitor convinces the man to get rid of the birds in his grove because they make holes in the mangos. His daughter is sad and when the birds are driven away, insects take over and make many holes in the mangos. So the man puts pesticides on his mangos which make him sick. Finally the man understands nature’s delicate balance and his daughter is happy again. |
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| African Culture |
"Totems of the Kisii"
written and illustrated by Abel O’Keragori. |
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This book begins with African riddles. Five stories follow from the Abagussi tribe of West Kenya, an area called Kisii. |
Lower School & Middle School |
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| African Culture |
"Zamani – African Tales from Long Ago"
by Tom Nevin |
Lower through to High School |
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For older Elementary through High School. Before each of ten tales from ten different countries, Nevin provides a little background on the country. For the first story, “Ankoma’s Secret”, he describes Ghana’s magnificent palm trees and beaches, and says, “The Akan people live near the shore and love to tell stories.” “Ankoma’s Secret” is about a farmer whose home, farm, and cattle are washed away during a flood. Ankoma and his wife move and start to make palm wine only to have an antelope steal their palm sap. Ankoma chases the antelope to a village of animals where the wise old lion king gives Ankoma the power to understand the language of animals. This power makes Ankoma wealthy and wise. A moral follows each story. |
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| Power Up Gambia |
www.powerupGambia.org |
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Here is the story of Kathryn Cunningham and her inspiring mission to save lives by bringing power to a hospital in The Gambia. Find out how you can help! |
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http://cbs3.com/video/?id=42100@kyw.dayport.com |
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A 3-minute CBS News video clip telling the story of Power Up Gambia founder, Kathryn Cunningham. |
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| African Culture/The Gambia |
www.resourcepage.gambia.dk/ |
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This Gambia Resource Page is a righ depository of information on this small West African country. Find out more about their culture, language, people and tourism. |
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| African Culture/The Gambia |
www.visittheGambia.gm |
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This colorful site is the official website of the Gambia Tourism Authority. It highlights the main attractions of the Gambia, the smallest country on mainland Africa, and gives you information on getting there, things to do and everyday living. |
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| African Culture/The Gambia |
www.africa.upenn.edu/Country_Specific/Gambia.html |
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The African Studies Center of the University of Pennsylvania provides useful on-line resources related to The Gambia. |
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| Renewable Energy |
www.eere.energy.gov/education/ |
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This is the US Department of Energy's educational and training resources website. It provides usefulm information on energy for everyone - teachers and parents, students, school administrators, energy professionals and homeowners. |
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| Renewable Energy |
www.solarnow.org/aboutsn.htm |
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This site introduces us to Solar Now, Inc, an organization dedicated to Renewable Energy advocacy and education. Find out more about its programs and experiments. You will also find a useful glossary of terms and links to other energy sites. |
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| Renewable Energy |
www.nesea.org/education |
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This is the site of the Northeast Sustainable Energy Association (NESE•where you can find educational resources, conferences and workshops for educators, K - 12 educational links and recommended reading. |
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| Renewable Energy |
www.azsolarcenter.com/education.html |
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Website of the Arizona Solar Center with impressive content on solar energy for students, educators and homes. You will find recommendations for related courses, lesson modules, videos and books. |
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| Renewable Energy |
www.myfootprint.org |
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Ever wondered how much "nature" your lifestyle requires? This Ecological Footprint Quiz estimates how much productive land and water you need to support what you use. Answer questions and you'll be able to compare your footprint with that of others. |
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| Renewable Energy |
www.kidsfootprint.org |
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Lead K - 12 students through activities that allow them to compare their footprint to those of their classmates and those of other schools. You can download Lesson Plans too (suitable for Lower School & Middle School Science & Social Studies). |
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