Geography Introduction Activities to Start Your Course Strong
Geography is a great introduction to any social studies course. It is often the first unit I teach because the skills are not only extremely important, but they also provide a foundation for every other topic you will cover throughout the year. Learning about different parts of the world and how geography impacts society and […]
Beyond Borders: Spatial Thinking and Problem-Solving with Maps
Do you ever find it crazy to think about how many of the jobs students will eventually have are not even created yet? Students will hold so many roles and positions that we don’t know about today. However, our students are still learning like many of us did. So, teachers are working hard to get […]
US History Geography Video Freebie Lesson
Attention, US History Teachers! Are you looking for a fun and interactive activity to engage your students in learning US geography? We have just the thing for you—a YouTube video graphic organizer notes doodle-style activity that your students will absolutely love! This activity is perfect for both distance learning and traditional classrooms, making it versatile […]
Geography Games and Videos
We’ve created a student-approved “World Domination Geography” game complete with a fun, interactive class video! This game is right up goofy late-Elementary to Middle School alley, complete with a flying cat superhero and a laser-shooting villain. Students acquire points by answering geography questions correctly and it’s low-risk since a map is provided. Luckily, the geography games and videos will not only allow […]
Google Earth in the Classroom
I was hooked the first time I spun the world on its axis. Fascinated, I quickly zoomed into my house in Encinitas, California. I could see my kids’ trampoline in the backyard! Then, I flew to the Colosseum in Rome, Italy. I was able to actually view the gladiatorial battleground in the center! I flew […]