1-Geography

Essential Question:

How do maps, globes, and other tools help us understand the world around us?

Portrait of a Graduate:

Critical Thinking: Students will analyze and interpret geographic information presented in various forms, developing a deeper understanding of spatial relationships.

Communication: Students will convey their understanding of geographic concepts through the use of geographic tools, effectively sharing information with peers and teachers.

Learner’s Mindset: Students will exhibit curiosity and openness in exploring the world through maps and other geographic tools, recognizing the value of geographic literacy in their daily lives.

Inquiry Question:

What can we learn from looking at a map or a globe?

2. Inquiry Question:

How do maps and globes represent our world, and what are the differences between them?

3. Inquiry Question:

Why is it important to know how to use maps and other geographic tools?

Student Outcomes:

Students will demonstrate the ability to use maps, globes, and simple geographic tools to locate and describe places.

2. Student Outcomes:

Students will create mental maps of familiar places, enhancing their spatial thinking and geographic understanding.

3. Student Outcomes:

Students will engage in activities that require them to acquire, process, and report geographic information using appropriate tools.

Skills Demonstrated:

Standard:

SS:GE:1: The World in Spatial Terms: Students will demonstrate the ability to use maps, mental maps, globes, and other graphic tools and technologies to acquire, process, report, and analyze geographic information.

Resources:

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