Events
Documentary screening: The Human Planet
The Indian Institute of Geographical Studies
and
Young Creators’ Den
Invite you to
Explore A World Of Ideas!
A monthly gathering of curious minds, age 8 and above – 2nd Sunday of the month
How Earth Made Us
Part 5
The Human Planet
Presented by Dr. Iain Stewart, Geologist
(Duration: 1 hour)
Human beings were at the “mercy” of nature during earlier times. Now, we have ourselves become a major force of nature. We are able to change so many things on Earth and re-shape many things in nature. But how powerful are we, really?
In this episode Dr Stewart shows us how human beings have influenced the planet we live on: Earth. He shows us examples of where we have been able to resist nature’s forces and where we are not powerful! Our impact on Earth has not always been “bad.” We have impressive power, but not enough control over it. Human power to change Earth’s surface is so great that we now live in the “anthropocene” age (epoch of the human).
Come and explore with us on
Sunday, 12 February 2012, 4:30 to 6:30pm at the Young Creators’ Den
Kids and parents are welcome!
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Explore A World Of Ideas! – Wind
The Indian Institute of Geographical Studies
and
Young Creators’ Den
Invite you to
Explore A World Of Ideas!
A monthly gathering of curious minds, age 8 and above – 2nd Sunday of the month
How Earth Made Us
Part 3
Wind
Presented by Dr. Iain Stewart, Geologist
(Documentary duration: 1 hour)
Earth breathes just as we do. The atmosphere surrounding Earth is always moving. It carries various gases, moisture, heat, soil, living things … including humans from place to place. Wind has helped to shape the stories of civilizations … where we have lived, where we took people, how we survived, etc. It is the life-breath of the planet. Like many other things, it can also be deadly!
In this episode we go on a journey of exploration of how wind has been crucial to human life on Earth. The journey is full of surprising connections! You will never again see geography the same way.
Join us in exploring this vital resource. We will also look at wind’s role in our own daily lives and how our culture views wind.
And if you have an atlas you can carry easily, bring it with you.
You can download a study sheet for the program here.
[If you missed the study sheet for the previous program, "Water", you can download it here.]
Come and Explore a World of Ideas with us on
Sunday, 11 December 2011, 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm at the Young Creators’ Den
#4, 7th Cross, Ashoknagar, BSK I Stage, Bangalore 560050
Here is a map to help you get there
Kids and parents are welcome!
Explore A World Of Ideas! – Water
The Indian Institute of Geographical Studies
and
Young Creators’ Den
Invite you to
Explore A World Of Ideas!
A monthly gathering of curious minds, age 8 and above – 2nd Sunday of the month
How Earth Made Us
Part 2
Water
Presented by Dr. Iain Stewart, Geologist
(Documentary duration: 1 hour)
Earth is called “The Blue Planet” because so much of its surface is covered with water, but most of the water (97%) is not directly useful to us. Only 3% is fresh water that we can drink and use for growing crops. This 3% is not found everywhere. Even where it is found, we can’t always reach it. So, there is very little fresh water that we can actually use. Availability of fresh water has influenced how human history has unfolded.
In this episode we go on a journey of exploration of how water has been crucial to life on Earth. The journey is full of surprising connections! Join us in exploring this vital resource, one of the ‘five elements.’ We will also look at water’s role in our own lives and how our culture views water.
You can download a study sheet for the program here.
Come and Explore a World of Ideas with us on
Sunday, 13 November 2011, 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm at the Young Creators’ Den,
#4, 7th Cross, Ashoknagar, BSK I Stage, Bangalore 560050
Here is a map to help you get there
Kids and parents are welcome!
Registration required before 10 November, as space is small. To register, contact us.
Explore a World of Ideas! – at YCD
TIIGS
and
Young Creators’ Den
Invite you to
Explore A World Of Ideas!
A monthly gathering of curious minds, age 8 and above – 2nd Sunday of the month
How Earth Made Us
Part 1 – Deep Earth
Presented by Dr. Iain Stewart, Geologist
Human life is intimately connected to Earth. There is a very interesting connection between Earth’s hot interior and where civilizations were born, grew, and vanished. Earth is plentiful, but also powerful. No wonder many cultures respect Earth … and on one ever “conquers” Earth!
So, where did humans find Earth’s riches and Earth’s awesome power that they should fear?
Come and explore with us on
Sunday, 9 October 2011 4:30 to 6:30pm at the Young Creators’ Den
Kids and parents are welcome!
To register:
Contact us with your name, age, class/standard, and name of your school; we will reply to your email confirming your registration. Registration is on first-come-first-serve basis.