Its name means rich coast, and Costa Rica is a showcase of the resources Latin America has to offer. From its jungles to its carbon neutral environmental policy, the Central American country has managed to carve out a stable democracy built on a booming tourism industry. A vibrant video profile highlights a gem of the Western Hemisphere. 

Concepts

central america, physical geography, human geography, world geography

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Additional Tags

social studies

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Instructional Ideas

• Use the video as a case study to discuss the effects of environmental policy on economics

Classroom Considerations

• Video 41 of a larger Countries A-Z playlist
• Humor may be offensive to some learners; therefore preview the video to determine if appropriate for your classroom

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Narrator is engaging and explains complicated dynamics, such as environmental regulations
• Graphic maps and intriguing photos engage pupil interest 

Cons

• None

Common Core

RH.6-8.1 RH.6-8.2 RH.6-8.10 RH.9-10.1 RH.9-10.2 RH.9-10.10 RH.11-12.1 RH.11-12.2 RH.11-12.10