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Two Very Different Concepts of Time

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students explore the concept of cultural anthropology. In this culture studies instructional activity, students consider the culture of Guinea as they read "The Meaning of Time" by Katherine Ross. Students also discuss the traits of...
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Science Quiz: Earth Quiz

For Students 5th - 10th
In this earth science quiz worksheet, students respond to 20 short answer and true or false questions regarding earth science topics.
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Grand Canyon History Lesson

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Students explore the history of the Grand Canyon. In this Grand Canyon lesson, students read "Grand Canyon National Park" by David Peterson and respond to questions regarding the piece. Students also create their own fossil models that...
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Touring the Regions of the United States

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders explore the regions of the United States. In this geography skills lesson, 5th graders examine the landforms, climates, and economies of the regions of the United States. Students conduct Internet research in order to...
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Globe Lesson 12: Global Time

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Learners explore the concept of global time. In this geography skills lesson plan, students use standard meridians and the hour scale on globes to determine global time as they respond to questions in this self-directed lesson plan.
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Great Monuments of the World

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore the wonders of the world through inquiry. In this world monuments lesson, students investigate famous landmarks around the world as they conduct and apply research. Students create products that feature their findings...
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Globe Skills Lesson 1 Some Early American Cultures

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Young scholars apply their knowledge of geography. In this geography skills lesson, students read brief selections regarding early Americans. Young scholars respond to the questions included in the self-guided map skills lesson.
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Globe Lesson 13 - When the Day Changes

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students explore the patterns of day and night. In this geography skills lesson, students read brief selections and examine diagrams that note the transition of day and night around the world. Students respond to the questions included...
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Globe Skills Lesson 4 The Colonial Period

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students practice their map skills. In this Colonial geography lesson, students complete an activity that requires them to locate English colonial locations using latitude and longitude coordinates.
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Where in the World is Utah Wheat?

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Students examine the role of climate and landforms in the use of Utah's land. In this geography lesson, students analyze the relationship between geography and agriculture in the state as they examine data regarding wheat production in...
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Kazakhstan Outline Map

For Students 5th - 10th
In this blank Kazakhstan outline map worksheet, learners study the political boundaries of the country. This outline map may be used for a variety of geographic activities.
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North America Outline Map

For Students 5th - 10th
In this blank North America outline map worksheet, students study the political boundaries of the continent. This outline map may be used for a variety of geographic activities.
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Czech Republic Outline Map

For Students 4th - 10th
In this blank Czech Republic outline map instructional activity, students study the physical boundaries of the country. This outline map may be used for a variety of geographic activities.
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Iowa - Here We Come

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers practice their geography skills. In this geography lesson, students plan a trip in their state that includes calculating mileage, time, and other costs. High schoolers also submit a written trip itinerary.
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Geography at Home: Buildings We See Around Us

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Students explore architecture. In this architecture instructional activity, students examine photographs of buildings in their communities. Students collaborate to discuss their observations regarding the buildings. Students record their...
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Globe Lesson 4 - Intermediate Directions

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students explore the concept of intermediate directions. In this geography skills lesson, students use map skills in order to identify intermediate directions as they complete a map activity.
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What Do Maps Show?

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Students discover the uses for various types of maps. In this geography skills lesson, students discuss the type of maps that exist and what their individual features are. Students then practice using different types of maps.
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Geography Skills

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars practice their geography skills. In this geography skills lesson, students locate, plot, and label places on maps and globes.
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Globe Skills Lesson 2: Paving the Way for Columbus

For Teachers 6th - 10th
Students explore the expedition of Christopher Columbus. In this geography skills lesson, students consider the technological advances that made Columbus's expedition possible as they complete a latitude and longitude activity.
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Polar Day: Comparing My Community to a Northern Community

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders practice their geography skills. In this Polar Day-themed lesson, 3rd graders use their research skills to compare and contrast the place, regions, and human systems in their community to a Canadian northern polar region...
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The People Next Door

For Teachers 3rd - 10th
Young scholars explore the culture and tradition of neighboring countries. In this geography lesson, students use travel brochures, reference materials, and Internet sites to investigate the business, fashion, language, and entertainment...
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Ocean World

For Students 6th - 8th
In this online interactive geography skills worksheet, students answer 5 multiple choice questions regarding El Nino. Students may submit their answers to be scored.
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The Geography of South Asia

For Students 9th - 12th
In this online interactive geography activity, students answer 9 multiple choice questions regarding the geography of South Asia. Students may submit their answers to be scored.
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Globe Skills Lesson 10 Apollo 11

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students develop their globe skills. In this geography skills lesson plan, students use a globe and a softball to replicate distance between the earth and its moon.