West Africa (Worlds Together)

West Africa through the lens of Elmer Hawkes is transporting...
I've shared this DVD with my family, and my 5- and 7-year old niece and nephew joined us to watch it. They were so captivated by seeing the kids in each West African country Elmer visited, and the window to the many facets of the culture captured on the DVD held my niece and nephew's attention, as they moved to the music while they watched. Elmer writes much of the music on the DVD and produces it with his friends. Very accessible and it reflects his appreciation for the people of countries he traveled in! It may be made for a wider and older audience, than these little ones, but even they enjoyed it...
The high school I worked in had the great honor of a visit from this filmmaker, Elmer Hawkes, and the film seminar, music, and World Studies, World Lit students loved his DVD's as well. Their questions for Elmer reflected their engagement and he shared some of his travel experiences with them. The window of his world has opened mine...

Beautiful Imagery of West Africa
West Africa (Worlds Together) skillfully blends educational information with stunning photography. You'll feel like you're traveling yourself through the cities of West Africa. If you are unsure about this DVD I highly recommend the preview available on YouTube: [...]I

Awesome and sweet
After seeing Mr. Hawkes' East Africa DVD, I wanted to see other stuff he's done, so I got this one too. I really enjoyed it and think he has a uniquely charming and authentic affection for Africa, kids, adventure and in showing a wonderful picture of daily life here. I highly recommend it!!!

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