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By\u00a0Benning Alexander Rojas-Kerbow<\/p>\n
Colegio Nueva Granada | Bogot\u00e1, Colombia<\/p>\n
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Many of you have probably already heard of the Amazon Rainforest, the world’s biggest rainforest and most biodiverse region. The Amazon forms a large part of the nation of Colombia<\/strong>, making up approximately 35 percent of the country. It is home to some of the most beautiful and exotic animal and plant life in the world, with hundreds of tributaries and 2.1 million square miles (5.5 square kilometers) of land. The most well-known inhabitants of the Amazon are iconic in many different ways:<\/p>\n Plants like orchids and cacao also thrive in its climate. Experts estimate that some 400 Indigenous tribes live in the rainforest.\u200b<\/p>\n Amazonian Activities<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n The Amazon is part of three countries:<\/p>\n It contributes to their economies, providing land, resources, and opportunities for tourism. Projects that extract oil and natural gas bring revenue but also pose threats to conservation.<\/p>\n Tourists can choose from many resorts along the river, taking tours offered by locals. The Amazon is open every day as there are no off-seasons. The weather is a constant loop of rainy, humid, and warm, with temperatures between 23\u2103 and 30\u2103 (68\u2109 and 86\u2109).<\/p>\n Many people love the Amazon for its exotic location as well as biodiverse animal and plant life. Excursions that include physical activity range from hiking to rock climbing to canoeing in the river.<\/p>\n Welcome to the Jungle<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Even though it’s a great destination for tourists wanting a unique adventure, the Amazon is still a hazardous jungle environment. Encountering these animals might leave unpleasant memories:<\/p>\n Have a suggestion for this story? We\u2019d love for you to\u00a0submit it<\/a>!<\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/mathkind.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Colombia-Amazon-aerial.png” alt=”stilt fisherman in Sri Lanka” title_text=”Colombia Amazon aerial” align=”center” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.17.3″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/mathkind.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Colombia-Amazon-boat.png” alt=”Goats climbing argan trees in Morocco” title_text=”Colombia Amazon boat” align=”center” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.17.3″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_accordion _builder_version=”4.25.1″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Blank” open=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_css_main_element=”display: none; ” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Blank<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Slideshows” open_toggle_text_color=”#0a1766″ _builder_version=”4.25.1″ global_colors_info=”{}” toggle_text_color=”#0a1766″ toggle_font_size=”18px” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Are you a teacher who’s interested in telling this story to your students? Here are two slideshows you can use to get started.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Math Resources” open_toggle_text_color=”#0a1766″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ global_colors_info=”{}” toggle_text_color=”#0a1766″ toggle_font_size=”18px” open=”off”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Social Justice Question” open_toggle_text_color=”#0a1766″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ global_colors_info=”{}” toggle_text_color=”#0a1766″ toggle_font_size=”18px” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Deforestation of the Amazon makes the rainforest less able to store carbon dioxide for cooling the planet. Trees are being cleared at an alarming rate in order to meet the world\u2019s demand for cattle and soybeans. In your opinion, who is responsible for conservation of the Amazon Rainforest? Why do you think that?<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Explore Further” open_toggle_text_color=”#0a1766″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ global_colors_info=”{}” toggle_text_color=”#0a1766″ toggle_font_size=”18px” open=”off”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Share Your Story” open_toggle_text_color=”#0a1766″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” toggle_text_color=”#0a1766″ toggle_font_size=”18px” open=”off”]<\/p>\n\n
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