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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Natural Forces

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Students assess the damage natural forces have caused Maryland's geographic features. In this state geography and ecology lesson, students work in a group to research ways in which weathering, erosion, and deposition have affected the...
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Graphic
University of Texas at Austin

Ut Library: Perry Castaneda Maps of Maryland

For Students 9th - 10th
A collection of current and historic maps of Maryland along with maps of cities and national parks in the state.
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Website
A&E Television

History.com: Maryland

For Students 9th - 10th
Take a detailed look at the state of Maryland! From its earliest history and peoples, to present day facts which include population, climate, geography, plants and animals, economy, government, cultural life, sports and recreation,...
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Handout
Johns Hopkins University

The Johns Hopkins University: Maryland State Maps

For Students 9th - 10th
At this site from Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory, you can learn more about the geography of Maryland by studying the maps found on this website. The maps are colorful and easy to understand.
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Handout
Cayuse Canyon

The Us50: Maryland

For Students 9th - 10th
Offers comprehensive information regarding Maryland's history, famous people, cities, geography, state parks, tourism, and historic sites. A fact sheet of information and a quiz are also available.
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Handout
NSTATE

The Geography of Maryland

For Students 9th - 10th
Here you will find a variety of facts about the geography of the state of Maryland. Find out the geographic center, total area, elevations and much more.
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Handout
Agriculture in the Classroom

National Agriculture in the Classroom: A Look at Maryland Agriculture [Pdf]

For Students 3rd - 8th
Learn about the agricultural industry in Maryland. Easy-to-read, bulleted facts on climate, soil, crops, and farm animals.
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Handout
Other

Geography of Maryland: Brief Overview

For Students 9th - 10th
A nice, informative site about the geography of Maryland. Presents numerous facts and a summary of the three land regions of Maryland.