Wild Chronicles: Flight to the North Pole
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Embark on an adventure as the video "Wild Chronicles: Flight to the North Pole" follows Gus McLeod in his daring quest to fly a vintage 1939 Stearman biplane to the North Pole. Facing brutal Arctic conditions, this journey exemplifies resilience, determination, and critical thinking, aligning with core educational themes such as Geography and Polar Regions. The video is also a remarkable exploration of decision-making under pressure in extreme scenarios, making it relevant to character education studies. Though the trip is fraught with mechanical challenges and adverse weather, it embodies the spirit of exploration and perseverance, key attributes in social-emotional learning. Part of the "Wild Chronicles" series.
Media Details
Runtime: 7 minutes 27 seconds
- Topic: Geography, History, Science, Social Science, Sports and Recreation
- Subtopic: Aeronautics, Explorers, Persistence, Polar Regions, Problem Solving, Travel
- Grade/Interest Level: 6 - 12
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- Release Year: 2006
- Producer/Distributor: National Geographic Society
- Series: Wild Chronicles
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