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Africa: Interpreting physical maps

In CareerStart lessons: Grade seven, page 4.1

In this lesson for grade seven, students look at a physical map of Africa and use it to speculate how the geography of a given region might affect human culture in that area.

Format: lesson plan (grade 7 Social Studies)

By Mary B. Taylor.Adapted by Kenyatta Bennett and Sonya Rexrode.

Traveling through Africa

Students will plan a one-week, three country trip through Africa and create a travelogue of places they will visit. The students will create an electronic scrapbook of highlights of the trip (including cultural highlights, historical points of interest, geographic features, etc.)

Format: lesson plan (grade 7 Social Studies)

By Ren Bryan.

Resources on the web

Adventure Learning Foundation

Photographs and travel journals from Southern Africa, Peru, Mexico, Guatemala, Baja California, Alaska and Yukon. Interested teachers may register their class to track the travelers on their next trip. (Learn more)

Format: website/lesson plan

Provided by: QuestConnect.org

Ancient Egypt: Stories and myths

In this Xpeditions lesson, students explore stories and myths about ancient Egypt through time. Activities in this lesson engage students in whole class discussion, collaborative group work, online learning and research, and creation of a final presentation... (Learn more)

Format: lesson plan

Provided by: Xpeditions

Cool Planet for Teachers

This site from OxFam helps teachers bring global issues into the classroom. (Learn more)

Format: website/lesson plan

Provided by: OxFam

Don't be fooled by a photograph

In this Xpeditions lesson, students will study images that were altered digitally to create a desired effect. Students will discuss how a photograph conveys information, and how changing that photograph can change its message. This lesson plan is based... (Learn more)

Format: lesson plan (grade 6–8 English Language Arts and Social Studies)

Provided by: Xpeditions

Egypt: Secrets of the Ancient World

Kids: Learn to make an Egyptian tomb! Teachers: Bring mummies to life in the classroom! This website uses interactive features, movies, correspondence reports, and activities as well as straightforward informative articles to teach you all about life in ancient... (Learn more)

Format: website/lesson plan

Provided by: National Geographic

Geography Action!

Activities, lesson plans, and a showcase of natural sounds help students and teachers explore topics such as biodiversity, conservation, habitats, population, rivers, and U.S. public spaces in an effort to celebrate Geography Awareness Week all year long. (Learn more)

Format: website/lesson plan

Provided by: National Geographic

The Living Edens

Explore Anamalai: India's Elephant Mountain; Borneo, Island in the Clouds; Tasmania, Land of the Devils; and many more amazing places! (Learn more)

Format: website/lesson plan

Provided by: PBS

Making a mummy the natural way

This Xpeditions lesson has students examine the relationship between climate and the mummification process in ancient Egypt and other parts of the world. Students will conclude by writing paragraphs suggesting ways archaeologists and climatologists can... (Learn more)

Format: lesson plan (grade 7 Social Studies)

Provided by: Xpeditions

The New Americans

This site provides information on five immigrant groups in the United States, including their histories, cultures, and current situations. Eleven lesson plans related to immigration can be accessed in the educator's section of the site. (Learn more)

Format: website/lesson plan

Provided by: Independent Television Service

North By South

Culture, traditions, history and impact of the communities resulting from the 1900-1960 African-American migrations from south to north. (Learn more)

Format: website/lesson plan

Provided by: Kenyon College

Odyssey Online

Explore the ancient Near East, Egypt, Greece, Rome, and 19th - 20th century sub-Saharan Africa through museum objects in this comprehensive and informative site from the Michael C. Carlos Museum at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia and the Memorial Art... (Learn more)

Format: website/lesson plan

Provided by: Michael C. Carlos Museum of Emory University

Peace Corps World Wise Schools

Visit the Global Cafe and learn what life is like for teens in other countries. Learn about the culture, geography, government, and economy of other countries and lots more. Also find out what life is like as a Peace Corps volunteer. Teachers, you will find... (Learn more)

Format: website/lesson plan

Provided by: Peace Corps

Pygmies, pictures, and poetry

In this Xpeditions lesson, students will use the photos and text resources from sites such as the National Geographic magazine feature “Africa MegaFlyover” to learn about the culture and lifestyle of the Pygmie... (Learn more)

Format: lesson plan (grade 7 Social Studies)

Provided by: Xpeditions

River sources and stories

In this Xpeditions lesson, students compare the physical characteristics of different regions and to understand the significance of one region to an adjoining area. Students will: read about the Nile's importance to ancient Egypt;... (Learn more)

Format: lesson plan

Provided by: Xpeditions

Take off on the MegaFlyover Project!

In this Xpeditions lesson, students explore the National Geographic magazine feature Africa MegaFlyover Project and learn to develop questions for scientific investigation. Activities in this lesson engage students in online learning, whole class discussion,... (Learn more)

Format: lesson plan

Provided by: Xpeditions

Trekking to Timbuktu—student version

In the eight lessons of this EDSITEment curriculum unit, students will learn about the geography of Mali and the cultures and economies along the Niger River, find out about the three kingdoms that evolved in ancient and medieval West Africa, discover how... (Learn more)

Format: lesson plan (grade 7 Social Studies)

Provided by: EDSITEment