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How do you build an igloo in the Arctic?

Russell Atagootak, the Inuit guide during the 2010 Catlin Arctic Survey, helps the team to build an igloo. Russell was able to share some of his traditional Arctic skills with the team, but says that he prefers his tent.

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Geography | Ages 11-14

Frozen Oceans

The Frozen Oceans Geography resources are designed to take 11-14 year-olds on a journey to the Arctic following the expedition team of the Catlin Arctic Survey.

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Science | Ages 11-14

Frozen Oceans

The Frozen Oceans Science resources introduce working scientifically concepts and skills to 11-14-year-olds through enquiry-based lessons which replicate work done by field scientists in the Arctic.

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