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Environmentalist's Theme Park Doubles as Classroom

Maritza Morales Casanova, a National Geographic 2014 Emerging Explorer, created a revolutionary place where Mexico's youth can learn about the… more
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Environmentalist's Theme Park Doubles as Classroom

Environmentalist's Theme Park Doubles as Classroom

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Maritza Morales Casanova, a National Geographic 2014 Emerging Explorer, created a revolutionary place where Mexico's youth can learn about the environment. Ceiba Pentandra Park is a free theme park that gives kids hands-on experience with nature and environmental issues. Park students with leadership ability can even become peer educators who plan activities and raise funds for projects they design and manage themselves.

Click to learn more about Maritza Morales Casanova and her work.

The Explorers Project chronicles the work of National Geographic's Emerging Explorers—today's visionaries who are making discoveries, making a difference, and inspiring people to care about the planet. Click here to learn more.
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Environmentalist's Theme Park Doubles as Classroom

Environmentalist's Theme Park Doubles as Classroom

Maritza Morales Casanova, a National Geographic 2014 Emerging Explorer, created a revolutionary place where Mexico's youth can learn about the environment. Ceiba Pentandra Park is a free theme park that gives kids hands-on experience with nature and environmental issues. Park students with leadership ability can even become peer educators who plan activities and raise funds for projects they design and manage themselves.

Click to learn more about Maritza Morales Casanova and her work.

The Explorers Project chronicles the work of National Geographic's Emerging Explorers—today's visionaries who are making discoveries, making a difference, and inspiring people to care about the planet. Click here to learn more.
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