Physical Geographer
1.� You will obtain a map of the states in your specific region from the
editor and label a) each states name b) the capital of each state c) major
cities d) major landscape features such as major mountain ranges, rivers &
large bodies of water.� Be prepared to share this information in
a "jigsaw"
group.
2.� You will complete a fact sheet that lists at least 4 different climate
areas, including a) the name and location of the climate zone b) an
imported
picture of each and c) a description of clothing appropriate to that
climate
zone.
3.� You will write a 5 paragraph essay that discusses the political
(geographical), physical (landscape), and climatic features and how they
contribute to the economy of the area.
4.� You will write a narrative (fictional story) that takes place in your
specific region.� You will need to include at least 4 accurate descriptors
(e.g. cities, landscape or geographical features such as mountains,
rivers,
etc., or cultural aspects) of your region in order to score a 4 on the
rubric.
Internet Links
Enchanted Learning
http://www.enchantedlearning.com/usa/states/
Climate Zones of the Contiguous United States
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Image:Climatemapusa2.PNG
http://www.blueplanetbiomes.org/climate.htm
http://www.geography4kids.com/files/climate_intro.html
NetState.com - Maps of all kinds including political maps and climate maps
http://www.netstate.com/states/index.html
World Climates for Kids
http://www.blueplanetbiomes.org/climate.htm
Other Resources
Classroom U.S.A. Atlas??
Geography Text Book