WEEK TEN - Oct 27th - October 31st
Commitment is what transforms a promise into reality. - Abraham Lincoln
Monday - I can identify Greatest Places of the US and Canada through clues.
1) Correct Canada Political Map Test if Time
2) Greatest Places Scavenger Hunt/Gallery Walk Activity
3) Scavenger Hunt Activity Sheet w/ Gallery Walk
FYI - Scavenger Hunt Sheet Due at End of Class or Tomorrow as you walk in
4) File Correct Work into Student File Folders
Tuesday - I can explain the significance of the Great Lakes Region to the US & Canada.
1) Greatest Places Scavenger Hunt Activity Sheets Due (If it was not turned in yesterday)
2) What’s Up in the World
3) Great Lakes Regional Focus
4) Great Lakes “FUN QUIZ” (not Graded)
5) Great Lakes Diagram/Map Activity Packet Completion
-Use Google to answer bottom part of worksheet
Wednesday - I can explain the significance of the Great Lakes Region to the US & Canada.
1) “Rise and Fall of Great Lakes” Video (Great Lakes Fun Video/No Video Wrkst)
2) Complete Great Lakes Activity Packet Materials
3) Group Study Review for US/Canada Physical Map Quiz Friday (Power Features link)
Thursday- I can explain the affects of climate change on the Colorado River.
1) Grand Canyon “River at Risk” Imax Movie w/ Video Worksheet
2) GeoQuest: State Edition- Pick States
3) US/Canada Physical Map Quiz TOMORROW!
-Quizlet to review
-Power Features list HERE
Friday- I can demonstrate my understanding of the location of the 12 powerhouse physical features of the US.
1) US/Canada Physical Maps Due
2) US/Canada Physical Map Quiz
3) GeoQuest: State Edition Work Time (Due next Wednesday)
WEEK ELEVEN - NOVEMBER 3rd - 7TH
Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference - Winston Churchil
Monday - I can research and learn more about a specific state in the U.S.
Tuesday - I can explain the history and culture of various indigenous communities in the US and Canada.
1) Intro to Indigenous Nations in US
2) Indigenous Communities in NA Webquest
Wednesday- I understand the difference between Immigration & Emigration and how if directly affects life in the United States.
1) GeoQuest: State Edition due at beginning of hour
2) Immigration & Emigration in the United States Activity (Packet)
3) Textbook Link for Immigration/Emigration Population Patterns
Thursday- I can use map skills and latitude/longitude to plan a backpacking trip through the US and Canada.
1) Homework check on Immigration & Emigration Packet worksheet
2) Backpacking Through the US/Canada Activity
3) Greatest Places Test TOMORROW! Study slide deck HERE!
Friday - I can demonstrate that I know the location of the Greatest Places of the US/Canada.
1) Greatest Places Test
2) US/Canada Packet work time - Due MONDAY
Monday - GeoQuest State Edition
Tuesday - Indigenous People Day
Wed - Immigrate/Emigrate
Thur - Canada Video
Fri - GP North America Test
Next Week - National Park Week
a look back…
week nine: October 20 - 24th
“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” - Nelson Mandela
Monday-
I can describe the geography and natural beauty of the Canadian Rockies and explain how the railroad helped people explore and connect across Canada.
1) The Canadian Rockies by Rail Regional Broadcast - Watch HERE
Notes in Packet
2) Extra Credit Opportunity - Indigenous People Day Activity LINK
Note: if completed a 20pt Bonus Added to US Political Map Grade
Tuesday-
I can identify some of the greatest places in the United States and explain why they are important or special.
1) “In the News” - Current Event Survey #1 (in Activity Packet)
2) Greatest Places of the US mapping - Presentation HERE!
Wednesday-
I can use the 5 themes of geography to explain my favorite greatest place in the US.
1) Roll the Dice Pick 3…Choose Greatest Place
2) My Greatest Greatest Place “a 5 Theme Investigation” Research Day
2) Gather Materials, Draft Sentences, Rough Drafting Work time
FYI - you create poster TOMORROW
Thursday-
I can research my Greatest Greatest Place to learn more about it’s geography, inhabitants, culture, and history.
1) My Greatest Greatest Place 5 Themes Investigation Poster work time -DUE MONDAY
2) Canada Regions Review -Test TOMORROW!
-Canada Regions Quizlet
Friday-
I can identify the Canadian provinces and their capitals.
1) Canada Regions Political Test
2) Canada Regions Map due!
3) US/Canada Physical Map/My Greatest Greatest Place 5 Themes Poster work time
- Physical Map Test NEXT FRIDAY 10/31
WEEK Eight: OCTOBER 13TH - 17TH
Travel is not reward for working, it’s education for living. - Anthony Bourdain
Monday-
I can read and interpret thematic maps to learn about different features of the United States, like population, climate, and land use.
1) Thematic (Special purpose) Maps Lab
2) Review for US Political Test on Tuesday!
US Capitals Game
US Capitals Guessing Game
US Political Map Quizlet
Guess the US State by it’s Neighbor Game
Tuesday-
I can identify and locate U.S. states, their capitals, and major political boundaries on a map.
1) US Political Map Test
2) Political Maps due
3) Canada Political Map Work Time-Test NEXT Friday 10/24
Canada Maps HERE
Wednesday-Friday NO SCHOOL (MEA BREAK)
WEEK SEVEN: OCTOBER 6TH - 10TH
Travel is not reward for working, it’s education for living. - Anthony Bourdain
Monday-
I can begin to identify geographical features, like lakes, rivers, oceans, in the U.S.
1) Trivia Crack U.S. version
2) North America Packet Overview
3) Water Geoterms -Quiz FRIDAY 10/10
**Find Water Terms HERE!
Tuesday-
I can locate the capitals and states of the United States and create a political map of the US.
1) Hand out US Political Maps- TEST NEXT TUESDAY 10/14
2) Map work time
*Map Central for US HERE-Scroll down for map expectations
Wednesday-
I can understand more about the US through its geographical information, inhabitants, and culture.
1) What State Wednesday Weekly Activity
2) Intro to US Notes- Presentation HERE
3) Homework Check - US/Canada “Water Terms” Definitions/Sketches
Thursday-
I can describe what makes Alaska’s environment unique and explain how people and animals adapt to live there.
1) Alaska: Spirit of the Wild Imax film (Online here!) and notes in Packet
2) Water Geo Terms Quizlet
Friday-
I can identify different water geographical features and the North American Regions.
1) Water Geoterms Quiz
2) North American Regions Activity in Packet - Use this map (North America Regions Map)
WEEK SIX: September 29th to October 3rd
Success isn't always about greatness. It's about consistency. Consistent hard work leads to success. Greatness will come. - Dwayne Johnson (the Rock)
Monday -
1) How Well do you know Australia? (Fun Quiz)
2) Backpacking through Australia & Oceania Latitude/Longitude Activity
Tuesday -
1) Aboriginal Culture Slideshow (used for Guided Notes in Activity Packet)
**use this dreamtine story = The Rainbow Serpent - Dreamtime Story YouTube Link
Extra Video Links
Bullroarer - YouTube Link
Didgeridoo Street Performance - YouTube Link
Dot Art Basics - YouTube Link
How to Throw a Boomerang - YouTube Link
Wednesday -
1) Australian Aborigine Art Project
2) Complete ONE Aboriginal Art Activity (Choices below)
**Aboriginal Art Choice Due Friday WITH Geo Boot Camp Activity Packet
Aboriginal Art Activity Choices…
#1 Boomerang Design or #2 Dot Art Creation
(see Culver for handout)
Helpful Links…
Understand Aboriginal Art & Intro to Aboriginal Symbols CLICK HERE
Dot Art Basics - YouTube Link
How to Throw a Boomerang - YouTube Link
Note: Aboriginal Art Piece Due Friday
Thursday -
1) Geo Boot Camp Packet Work Time
2) Latitude & Longitude Quiz Review
Friday -
1) Latitude & Longitude Quiz
2) Geo Bootcamp Packets Due'
3) Aboriginal Art Due
WEEK FIVE: SEPTEMBER 22nd to 26th
Inspiration is for amateurs - the rest of us just show up and get to work. - Chuck Close
Monday -
I will continue on my quest to create original maps of both the Physical and Political landscapes of the Australian & Oceania landmass.
1) SELF REVIEW of Australia Maps
2) Australia Physical & Political Map final work time
3) Maps DUE TUESDAY!
Tuesday-
I can use Latitude & Longitude, in its basic form, to locate places throughout our world.
1) Australia Physical & Political Maps Due in Class
2) Latitude & Longitude Discussion Notes (guided notes in Boot Camp Packet)
3) Full Group Lat & Long Practice-MN Activity
Wednesday -
I can continue to practice using Latitude & Longitude to locate places throughout our world.
1) Latitude & Longitude Battleship
2) Mystery Latitude & Longitude Activity
Thursday -
I can continue to practice using Latitude & Longitude to locate places throughout our world.
1) Latitude & Longitude Practice
2) Latitude & Longitude Activity Sheets in Packet (in small groups)
Friday -
I can identify keys aspects of coral reefs & link it to life on earth. I am aware of the importance of coral reefs to our earth’s biodiversity and balance.
1) Coral Reef Adventure Imax Film
2) FYI - Coral Reef Video/Beyond the Video Worksheet in Geo Boot Camp PacketCoral Reef - Beyond the Video Worksheet/Activity
3) Coral Reef Important Web Links (to be used with “Beyond the Video” Activity Sheet)
Articles about Coral Reefs:
Tourism vs. Conservation
Tourists at the Great Barrier Reef
Why do we need the Great Barrier Reef?
Everything you need to know about coral bleaching
Causes of coral bleaching
Facts and Statistics
Websites:
The Great Barrier Reef: Facts and figures
https://www.barrierreef.org/
Animals of the Great Barrier Reef
Coral Bleaching
Video Resources:
Is it too late to repair the Great Barrier Reef? (11 minutes)
Coral Bleaching 101 (2 minutes)
Climate Change (2 minutes)
Coral Bleaching (2 minutes)
Ocean Acidification (2 minutes)
WEEK FOUR - SEPTEMBER 15th - 19th
“You don’t have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great.” – Zig Ziglar
Monday
I can give productive feedback to peers about their work.
1) Map to Home FINAL due!
2) Peer Reviews
3) Work Time to fix maps-FINAL FINAL due Tuesday!
4) Geo Terms RETAKE TOMORROW during Connect!
Tuesday
I can use an atlas to understand the world’s geography.
1) Turn in final Map to Home
2) TODALSS Review
3) Intro to Atlases
4) Atlas Scavenger Hunt (in Geo Bootcamp Activity Packet)
Wednesday - 8th Grade Canoe Trip #BAM (No Geo Classes)
Thursday
I can use my mapping skills to create a political and physical map of Australia.
1) Review of Political and Physical Maps
2) Mapping expectations for the year
3) Map work time
Friday -
I can continue to practice my mapping skills to create a political and physical map of Australia.
1) Map work time
WEEK THREE - SEPTEMBER 8th - 12th
“The greater danger for most of us isn’t that our aim is too high and miss it, but that it is too low and we reach it.” – Michelangelo
Monday -
I can identify the differences between a Physical, Political, & Special Purpose Map.
1) Video Clip - 5 Themes of Geo Fornite Edition
2) Intro to Maps Notes & Discussion (Notes & Discussion)
3) Mapping in World Geo (Basic Expectations for the Year)
4) Hand out Home to School Project (FINAL Due NEXT Monday!)
5) Map work time
6) 20 Words for Geographers? (Are your Definitions Done??)
Note: tomorrow is a Mapping Work Day…bring Black Pen & Colored Pencils
Tuesday -
I will create a political map of my route from school to my home.
1) Home to School map work time (draft due Friday!)
Note: the creation of ALL personal Maps in World Geo is a BIG PART of what we do and I
challenge ALL Geo Students to “kick Butt and take names” when completing…meaning = do a
GOOD JOB!
3) Blooket and Quizlet Review for GEOTERMS Quiz!
Wednesday -
I can locate both the Equator and Prime Meridian…and explain their significance in the universal l location grid system of Lat & Long.
1) 20 Words for Geographers Quiz
2) Home to School map work time (Draft due Friday!)
Thursday -
I will observe & record my observations of the Australian landscape & animal life.
1) Australia “Land Beyond Time” Imax Film w/ Video Worksheet (in Act Packet)
2) Home to School Map work time (Draft due Friday!)
Friday -
I will begin my quest to create original maps of both the Physical and Political landscapes of the Australian & Oceania landmass.
1) Map to home draft due!
2) Map to home work time (Final draft due Monday 9/15)
WEEK TWO - SEPTEMBER 1st - 5th
If you want to live a happy life, tie it to a goal, not to people or objects. - Einstein
Monday NO SCHOOL “Labor Day”
Tuesday -
1) “My Geography Story” Activity (Hand In when Completed)
2) “World Geography” PreTest (Not Graded) CLICK HERE
Wednesday -
1) What is Geography? (Discussion…what are we going to be doing in this class?)
2) Geo Fun Video Clip of the Day…Why should we know Geography?
Name a Country Video - Jimmy Kimme
Thursday -
1) Hand Out “Geo-Boot Camp” Activity Packets
2) Define 20 Words for Geographers in Packet
3) Work Time - Define 20 Words for Geographers CLICK HERE for Geoterm Homepage
Friday -
1) My Geo Story Due - CLICK HERE for Google Form
2) 5 Themes of Geography Notes & Discussion (in Geo Bootcamp Packet)
3) Intro “Beyond the Walls” in World Geography
4) 5 Themes Activity Intro & Work Time (Basic Directions are below)
5) 5 Themes Collage Activity Due by Midnight Sunday (Schoology Assignment)
*remember to HIT “SUBMIT” when done on Schoology
Basic Directions for 5 Themes Collage…ALL students will make two picture collages that explain the “5 Themes of Geography”…#1 Collage = will be a US State and #2 Collage = student Choice…meaning student can choose ANY PLACE on Earth. (Our School, Home, Cabin, World City, etc…place needs to be rather specific) ALL Collages will be created using 5 Pictures…one for each Theme. Note: NO words or descriptions needed…picture should visual explain the Theme!
WEEK ONE: AUGUST 24th - 29th
Whatever you can do, or dream you can, begin it. Boldness has genius, power & magic in it.
- Goethe
Monday
I know where my Geo classroom is, where basic supplies/tools are located and getting to know Mr. Gilbert & my new Geography class family.
1) Welcome to World Geography & Meet Ms. Culver
2) Local Geography Challenge - Trivia Crack Quiz Game (in small groups & not graded)
3) Quick Tour of the Classroom & Basic Daily Expectations
Tuesday
I am starting to gain a perspective of my current world view & learning about what I need to work on this year as a World Geography student.
1) “ My World Fall 2024” (Draw the World) Activity *Handed in, but NOT Graded!
2) Quick Tour of Classroom Website www.44north93west.com (bookmark site please)
3) Seating Charts Tomorrow…get to class and nab your own seat!
Wednesday
What does my mental map of the world include as an incoming 8th Grade Geography student?
1) Create Seating Chart - Pick your Seat! (choose wisely…”use it for lose it”)
2) United States Geography PRE - Test (Not Graded)
FYI - US Pretest will be completed in Partner Groups of 2
3) Create Student Classroom File Folders
Thursday
I can document my basic geographic journey as a human in the world.
2) MN Geography Scavenger Hunt (Due by end of Period)
Friday - NO SCHOOL “Labor Day Weekend”