1. Slide
60 seconds
Geography is the study of the Earth's surface and its features. Geographers use maps to study and understand the Earth's physical and human features. Geography helps us understand the physical and cultural diversity of the planet.
Geography Basics
2. Slide
60 seconds
Geography is the study of the Earth's surface and its features. Geographers use maps to study and understand the Earth's physical and human features. Geography helps us understand the physical and cultural diversity of the planet.
Geography Basics
3. Slide
60 seconds
{"name":"Latitude","definition":"Latitude is a geographic coordinate that specifies the north-south position of a point on the Earth's surface."}
Concepts:
4. Slide
60 seconds
At the equator, the Earth's circumference is 24,901.55 miles. The world's longest mountain range is the mid-ocean ridge which is 40,389 miles long. The highest mountain above sea level is Mount Everest in Nepal, at 8,850 meters (29,035 feet).
Did you know?
5. Open question
300 seconds
What are the seven continents?
6. Open question
300 seconds
What physical features make up the geography of a region?
7. Open question
300 seconds
How does geography affect the way people live?
8. Open question
300 seconds
What are some ways that you can use geography to help you better understand a region?
9. Drawings
450 seconds
Brain break: Draw a flamingo balancing on one leg while juggling tropical fruits
10. Poll
60 seconds
What is the largest continent on Earth?
- Africa
- Asia
- North America
- Europe
11. Poll
60 seconds
Which ocean is the largest?
- Pacific Ocean
- Atlantic Ocean
12. Open question
180 seconds
Work together in pairs: What is the difference between a physical map and a political map?
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