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. A video resource explores the complex history and geographical features of the African country. 

Concepts

african geography, human geography, physical geography, world geography

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Additional Tags

social studies

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Instructional Ideas

• Use the video for research into Italian colonialism and the politics of Africa

Classroom Considerations

• Video serves as the 55th of a comprehensive Countries A-Z series
  
• Some may consider the humor inappropriate

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Video includes graphics, maps, and pictures that are visually stimulating
• Narrator is often funny and engaging

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