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Trekking to Timbuktu
Students view a television show to provide a context for conducting research into the location and culture of Timbuktu. The students complete a report on the subject in the form of a research paper.
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Social Studies and Children's Literature
Young scholars write a journal in response to literature. The story that is read is about prairies. The subject of prairies becomes an object for research. The culminating activity is the making of a map where prairies exist in the...
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Law of Superposition
Students identify the law of superposition and it states that beds of rock in a series are laid down with the oldest at the bottom and younger layers on the top. They construct a legen for a block diagram and construct a block diagram...
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Life on the Border
Students discuss different types of boundaries. They research the United States/Mexico border and answer questions about their findings. They create collages, posters, or multimedia presentations showcasing various areas of concern...
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Coon Rapids
Students study the development and future of Coon Rapids, Minnesota. They navigate through learning activities about the development and
predict future growth of Coon Rapids.
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San Francisco Bay Watershed
Students examine relief maps of California and discuss the San Francisco Bay watershed. Discussion continues with the class helping complete a journey of water through seasons in a "finish my sentences" style lecture. They label rain...
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San Francisco Bay Watershed
Students locate important landmarks on a map and explore the watersheds in California. In this watershed lesson students complete a worksheet and discuss what they learned.
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Introduction to the United States Map
Students identify the United States of America and it's states on a map. In this mapping instructional activity, students examine a globe and find the United States as well as a few land marks (Florida and the Great Lakes). ...
Other
Welcome to the Great River Road: Mississippi River
Educational information on the Mississippi River can be found under Mississippi River Facts. Clicking on that heading provides facts on the history and people as well as all the factoids requested from students doing reports.
Ducksters
Ducksters: United States Geography: Rivers
Kids learn about the major rivers of the United States including the Mississippi, Missouri, Rio Grande, Colorado, and the Hudson. Geography of the US.
Other
Internet Geography: Rivers
Discover rivers with this informative personal site containing helpful information and an easy-to-understand map illustrating the parts of a river. Learn about the negative effects of a river and some case study examples.
Other
Encyclopedia of Arkansas: Geography and Geology
An overview of the geography and geology covering the landscape of what is now the state of Arkansas.Both have had important influences on the history and cultural development of Arkansas.
Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Learner: Teaching Geography: Israel and Egypt
Media-rich site address the ongoing conflicts in Jerusalem, Israel and the limitations of natural resources throughout Egypt due to the nation's dependence upon the Nile River. Understand the relationship between human identity and...
Geographic
Mexico Geography Index
This homepage provides links to descriptions of the geography of Mexico.
Other
Ordnance Survey: Mapzone: Geography
Take a look outside, at the landscape. Explore the world, the features of the earth, the impact of weather on the earth through this resource. Discover weather, climate, glaciation, rivers, and urban development.
National Wildlife Federation
National Wildlife Federation: Platte River
Visit this resource to briefly explore the ecosystem, discover the wildlife, and understand the threats to Nebraska's Platte River.
NSTATE
The Geography of California
Here you will find a variety of facts about the geography of the state of California. Find out the geographic center, total area, elevations and much more.
PBS
Nh Pbs: Nature Works: Rivers and Streams
Learn more about Rivers and Streams through this educational resource. This site features photographs, a description, fun facts, and more about this type of freshwater ecosystem.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Mississippi River
From Wikipedia find a very comprehensive entry that includes the history, geography, navigation, communities, cities and notable bridges along the Mississippi River.
South Carolina Educational Television
Etv: South Carolina River Venture
Take a virtual "float trip" across South Carolina, following the Saluda, Congaree, the Santee, and the Cooper Rivers. RiverVenture is the story of South Carolina's cultural and natural landscape as told by its rivers. It includes teacher...
PBS
Pbs: The Story of India: The Ganges River
PBS explores the geography of India with an in-depth look into the famous Ganges River. Identifies the location of the confluence of the two rivers that form the Ganges. Describes the agricultural and commercial benefits of the river to...
Kidport
India: Geography
Concise synopsis of India, covering history, climate, population, key facts, and geography. Includes links to other books on India and India sites.
Enchanted Learning
Enchanted Learning: Australia: Geography, States and Territories, Population
Facts about Australia's geography, including population, government and economy, largest cities, and landmarks such as the Great Barrier Reef and more.
Washington State University
Washington State University: Columbia River Basin Ethnic History Project
A collection of primary documents dealing with the ethnic groups found in the Columbia River Basin.
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