In this class we will explore the location and geography of Easter Island, a remote volcanic island in Polynesia in the South Pacific Ocean. This includes the capital city, the language, flag, climate, vegetation and animal life present on the island. We will look at the historical rise and fall of the Moai civilisation that once called this island home. The native name of the island is Rapa Nui. It’s famed for archaeological sites, including nearly 900 monumental statues called moai, which are carved human figures with oversize heads, often resting on massive stone pedestals called ahus. This class will use a combination of slides, videos and interactive quizzes and questions and comments are always welcome.