Students will be able to...
navigate an atlas to find information
discuss the uses of an atlas
SS Binder
Getting to Know Your Atlas Handout (given in class)
Focusing on History Handout (given in class)
The Nystrom Atlas of World History 3rd Edition
What is an atlas and what is its purpose?
An atlas uses maps, pictures, graphs and charts, time lines, and words to help you learn about world history.
Use the atlas to complete the Getting to Know Your Atlas handout. You may work with a partner, but you must work together to answer the questions.
Use the atlas to complete the Focusing on History handout. You may work with a partner, but you must work together to answer the questions.