Beyond Our Borders Series
Grade Level: 6-10
Cambodia
Cambodia
Social Studies World Geography & Cultures World History Multicultural Foreign Language
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Martin Sheen narrates this compelling look at Cambodia, a land of great beauty, but whose history is one of unimaginable pain and suffering. Visit Cambodia today, and gain an understanding of the reasons for the great disparity of wealth that is evident everywhere in the streets of Phnom Penh, the capital. Learn about Communist leader Pol Pot, the brutal Khmer Rouge, and the Killing Fields, where tens of thousands were buried in the wake of the genocidal slaughter of up to three million people. Explore Cambodia's spiritual and cultural heart with a visit to the magnificent ruins of Angkor Wat.
- Curriculum standards-correlated for all geography courses that survey the world ‘s countries and regions
- Current, on-location footage conveys a rich mix of geography and culture
- Maps and other geographical data convey clear information for student retention
- Experiential cultural settings help both Social Studies and Foreign Language students retain information about countries around the world
- Onscreen captions define vocabulary words and social studies concepts