Instructional Video11:39
Ancient Lights Media

Atlas of Africa: Geography and People of Southern Africa

6th - 8th
This program examines the geography and people of Southern Africa with a closer look at Apartheid
Instructional Video10:18
Ancient Lights Media

Atlas of Africa: The Geography and People of East Africa

6th - 8th
This program examines the geography and people of East Africa Including a closer look at African wildlife.
Instructional Video9:39
Ancient Lights Media

Atlas of Africa: The Geography and People of Western and Central Africa

6th - 8th
This program examines the geography and people of Western and Central Africa Including a close look at the West African Slave Trade
Instructional Video9:15
Ancient Lights Media

Atlas of Africa: Geography and People of Northern Africa

6th - 8th
This program examines the geography, climate and people of Northern Africa
Instructional Video15:22
Geography Now

Geography Now! Niger

8th - 12th Standards
Niger was created by the arbitrary boundaries set by French colonialism. The interesting country is home to one of the fastest-growing populations in the world, and its people are seeking to carve their identity out of the desert. A...
Instructional Video15:06
Geography Now

Geography Now! Namibia

8th - Higher Ed Standards
Namibia is an example of the cultural blend that sometimes happens as a legacy of colonialism. The African nation is home to four major people groups, including the one that speaks the language used in the Black Panther movie. A video...
Instructional Video18:41
Geography Now

Geography Now! Nigeria

8th - 12th Standards
Use a video resource to explore the powerhouse that is Africa. Nigeria is the continent's most populous country and one of its most wealthy thanks to its petroleum reserves. It is diverse, comprised of more than 500 language groups and a...
Instructional Video13:22
Geography Now

Geography Now! Mozambique

8th - Higher Ed Standards
Mozambique may be one of the best beach countries no one considers. Its rich biodiversity and geography have made it home to a low-volume, but high-quality luxury tourist industry.  However, a video resource shows how it is still...
Instructional Video12:30
Geography Now

Geography Now! Eswatini

8th - Higher Ed Standards
It's know as Swaziland no more—welcome, Estwatini! The African nation, while home to stunning geographical diversity, is one of the continent's smallest. It also has its challenges, with roughly a quarter of the adult population infected...
Instructional Video11:38
Geography Now

Geography Now! Madagascar

8th - Higher Ed Standards
Madagascar may have infiltrated the popular culture with a recent cartoon movie, but its roots are ancient. The island country is populated with a mix of southeast Asian and African peoples. A video resource profiles the lush and diverse...
Instructional Video12:10
Geography Now

Geography Now! Mauritius

8th - Higher Ed Standards
Mark Twain once said heaven was modeled after Mauritius. The home to the now-extinct dodo bird also features lush and fascinating geographical features. A video resource highlights the complex island African nation. 
Instructional Video13:22
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Geography Now! Mali

8th - Higher Ed Standards
Mali is home to an ancient, wealthy empire that included one of the richest men to ever live, Mansa Musa, and the legendary city of Timbuktu. Today, it is home to civil struggles, and some of the instability makes these ancient sites...
Instructional Video10:35
Geography Now

Geography Now! Malawi

8th - Higher Ed Standards
Malawi is one of the poorest countries in the world. While poverty has led to challenges like a high rate of child marriages, it also has created a spirit of ingenuity. A video resource profiles the intricacies of the nation known as the...
Instructional Video10:42
Geography Now

Geography Now! Libya

8th - Higher Ed Standards
Libya is an African country, but it is home to Italian-influenced Arab people. The complex state has been at the heart of some controversies, including dictator Muammar Gaddafi. A video resource profiles the ancient history of the modern...
Instructional Video11:59
Geography Now

Geography Now! Liberia

8th - Higher Ed Standards
Liberia could be considered a relative of the United States, as it was part of an idea to resettle newly freed African Americans. Now, it's home to gorgeous beaches and few tourists, making it a great place to visit. An interesting video...
Instructional Video11:35
Geography Now

Geography Now! Lesotho

8th - Higher Ed Standards
Lesotho is known as Africa's refrigerator thanks to its elevation. While it has stunning views and is known for its diamond mines, it also has challenges, such as high HIV infection rate. A video resource profiles the land-locked African...
Instructional Video11:09
Geography Now

Geography Now! Ivory Coast (Côte D'ivoire)

8th - Higher Ed Standards
Ivory Coast is home to the Paris of Africa—and it's not surprising, as the African state maintains strong ties to France. Despite a historic struggle with dictators and civil war, the West African nation is home to one of the region's...
Instructional Video10:10
Geography Now

Geography Now! Guinea

8th - Higher Ed Standards
It's one of the rainiest places on Earth, and it's also one of the least visited. Guinea is home to lush jungles and coastal regions. It also supplies at least seven other nations their water supply and is the source of minerals and...
Instructional Video12:53
Geography Now

Geography Now! Ghana

8th - Higher Ed Standards
Ghana is located in a region once known as the Gold Coast, thanks to the bounty of metal. Now, it is an economic powerhouse. The country transitioned from colonialism to independence first among its peers, and it kept much of its...
Instructional Video9:59
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Geography Now! The Gambia

8th - Higher Ed Standards
It's mainland Africa's smallest country, and it forms a unique shape between two rivers. The Gambia, known as the Smiling Coast of Africa, has had complicated interactions with its neighbors and other countries, thanks to the legacy of...
Instructional Video10:02
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Geography Now! Guinea Bissau

8th - Higher Ed Standards
Its most exported crop is cashews, and it's home to diverse wildlife, including the West African elephant and salt water hippos. Guinea Bissau—a former Portuguese colony—has had its share of troubles, however. With a high rate of poverty...
Instructional Video9:37
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Geography Now! Eritrea

8th - Higher Ed Standards
Eritrea has a deep, ancient history, as it is home to Axum archeological sites. The nation, however, has a troubled present, as it's alienated from most neighbors despite being along one of the hottest trade routes on the Horn of Africa....
Instructional Video8:56
Geography Now

Geography Now! Djibouti

8th - Higher Ed Standards
It may be small, but it's mighty. Djibouti's location on the Horn of Africa makes it home to a number of international military bases. The cash from these investments is helping Djibouti develop as a country. A video resource showcases...
Instructional Video12:07
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Geography Now! Egypt

8th - Higher Ed Standards
There's more to Egypt than just pyramids—it is the crossroads between North Africa and the Middle East. Egypt is the world's largest Arab country, and it is the center of Arab cinema and publishing. A video resource explores these...