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Space Applications Centre: Geographical Information System Concepts

For Students 9th - 10th
The introduction of this article explains why GIS data is so critical to a government being able to plan for natural resources development and management. The article goes on to explain key geographic concepts, what GIS is and why it...
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University of California

Us Geological Survey: Cartogram Central

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
The USGS offers detailed information on Types of Cartograms, Congressional Districts, Software for Cartograms, Publications, and a Carto-Gallery.
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Lesson Plan
Mariners' Museum and Park

Mariners' Museum: Education: Create a Globe [Pdf]

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Simple instructions on how to make a globe using a pattern provided, scissors, glue, and a balloon. PDF
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National Geographic

National Geographic: Mental Maps

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
Provides the text of Geography Standard 2 for fourth, eighth, and twelth grades along with relevant activities, lesson plans, and learning activities.