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Nuestras AcequiasShort Description: This 20 minute film won the 2004 NM Governor's film cup for the spirit of New Mexico. Follow the acequias as they weave down the hills and across the fields of Northern New Mexico to hear the stories of villagers linked by these ditches. Just as acequia water energizes the soil, it also energizes a whole community revealed by the voices of farmers and youth in their passion for the land and this way of life. This documentary film describes the centuries-old irrigation tradition that is still a vital part of New Mexico's agricultural communities. Appropriate for ages 10 years old - adult. Topic: PE - Acequias Type of Resource: DVD Timeframe: One class period Grade Level: 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Adult/Family Bilingual or Special Cultural Focus: Spanish Aligned to NM State Standards: Yes Link to Resource Location on the Internet: http://www.riversandbirds.org By riversandbirds at 04/12/2007 - 5:05pm
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