Looks at the life of a young shepherd boy in a village on the border of Afghanistan and Pakistan. Depicts the care of sheep and also shows growing and milling of wheat, husking of corn, and the spinning of wool for clothing. Emphasises the role played by each member of the village in meeting the needs of the community. Suitable for upper primary and lower secondary levels.
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
508135
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Afghanistan - Description and travel
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Afghanistan - Social life and customs
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Pakistan
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Village communities
Childrens Films → Children 12+
Childrens Films → Children 6-12
Documentary → Documentary films - Canada
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Agriculture - Economic aspects
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Community life
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Village communities
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)