Kathmandu

On April 28, 2015, a 7.8 earthquake ruptured the Kathmandu Valley in Nepal. Seven UNESCO World Heritage sites are located in this valley. The efforts of experts and archeologists to restore three of them—Kathmandu Durbar Square, Patan...

Students read a letter by Steve Williams to determine why self-discipline and integrity are important attributes for peace corps volunteers. They apply these concepts to their own lives.

Learners explore the trait of integrity. In this character education lesson, students read letters by Steve Williams pertaining to jobs that help others. Learners discuss the jobs WilIiams shares as well as integrity in their lives.

Learners analyze the Nepalese King's response to pro-democracy demonstrations, and examine existing monarchies around the world. They conduct research, read an article, and present information on various modern-day monarchies.

Students virtually follow team from the 2003 Everest Expedition on an adventurous climb up the world's highest mountain.

Students explore Mount Everest. In this exploration lesson plan, students read "The Top of the World: Climbing Mount Everest," by Steve Jenkins. Students then respond to discussion questions and participate in a map skills activity.

Middle schoolers define plate tectonics, and explain how the Himalaya Mountains were formed.

Students explain what life would be like in a typical Himalayan village in Nepal, and compare their life with the life of a child living in a small village high up in the Himalaya Mountains.

Students compare and contrast beliefs of the Hindu and Buddhist religions.

Students locate the country of Nepal on a map. They discuss and locate the physical characteristics of the country. They compare Nepal to the United States geographically speaking. They answer questions regarding the map.