Parent Guide > Dam Revives Aral Sea and Nearby Communities in Kazakhstan
Welcome to the parent guide for this text! Read below to find out about what your child is reading in class and how you can support him/her at home.
This week in class, we’re reading "Dam Revives Aral Sea and Nearby Communities in Kazakhstan" by Morning Edition, NPR.
In the informational text "Dam Revives Aral Sea and Nearby Communities in Kazakhstan," NPR discusses how communities surrounding the Aral Sea are benefitting from the slow return of the sea.
As we read, we will be discussing the themes of Human vs. Nature and Technology, Progress & Industry as they relate to the text. We are trying to answer these big questions :
"Who's in control: humanity or nature?" and "What are the costs and benefits of technology?"
Ways to support your child:
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Ask your child about this news article at home:
- What was "Dam Revives Aral Sea and Nearby Communities in Kazakhstan" about?
- What did you learn about Human vs. Nature?
- What did you learn about Technology, Progress & Industry?
- Watch the following clips with your child at home: