Just like we came here every day, you’ll be heading Mr. Imperial’s website when you come to class. The link for each day’s post will be on Google Classroom, just like always!
Today’s directions and assignment are already on Miss Imperial’s site, so head there as soon as you can!
Today there was a test covering the continents we studied during our Geography 101 unit.
Test make-ups are available during Flex, but you must contact me to set up a make-up session. Do not take the test at home or during another class period – your score will not count!
Make sure all of your work for this unit is turned in. Progress reports will be captured at the end of the class period. π
Who will win Geography Bingo?? Let’s see! Make a bingo card with 4 columns and 4 rows. Make a free space and then add in countries of your choice from the list below. To win, you need to get four in a row or four corners. Plus, you have to be able to point them out on a map!
Extra Credit: Don’t forget about the chunk of extra credit that’s available if you’re willing to get a song stuck in your headβ¦Make a list of all the mistakes. It’s also a really great review! π
More Guess the Country
What To Do Tonight:
Finish your map packet! If it’s not done by now, I’m freaking out for you.
π STUDY! STUDY! STUDY! π
Study your maps and work through each continent game.
Objective: Review maps and vocabulary in preparation for tomorrow’s test!
Bell Work: What does the phrase “It’s a big world out there,” mean to you?
Now let’s add even more perspective:
Heads up! Bell work will be graded tomorrow! Be ready!
Review: We played games to help get ready for Friday’s big test! Study your maps and play the online games linked below.
Geography Games Scorecard
Time for the final score check! Record your scores for each continent. You can play as many rounds as you like, but have at least 4 scores for each continent. You can use your maps, but try to see how well you do without them!
Who will win Geography Bingo?? Let’s see! Make a bingo card with 4 columns and 4 rows. Make a free space and then add in countries of your choice from the list below. To win, you need to get four in a row or four corners. Plus, you have to be able to point them out on a map!
Hint: Mark the countries on the list on your maps!!
Extra Credit: Don’t forget about the chunk of extra credit that’s available if you’re willing to get a song stuck in your headβ¦Make a list of all the mistakes. It’s also a really great review! π
Cool Geography Facts:
Strange Places
What To Do Tonight:
Finish your map packet! If it’s not done by now, I’m freaking out for you.
π STUDY! STUDY! STUDY! π
Study your maps and work through each continent game.
HS.G 1.1 : Use geographic data to explain and analyze relationships between locations of place and regions.
HS.G 1.2: Use geospatial tools and related technologies to construct relevant geographic data to explain spatial patterns and relationships.
DOK1: Define and explain how to read and interpret a map. (e.g physcial, political, topographical).
DOK2: Demonstrate an apporpriate use of an atlas.
I can define key geography vocabulary terms.
Agenda: International News
It’s a big world out there! Every day, things are happening in every corner of the world. World events often have more impact on you than you might think! In addition, getting a sense of of what is happening somewhere other than where you live, helps you to understand the world we all live in a little bit better.
Assignment: International News Hunt
Bell Work: What have you heard on the news lately?
Notebook: Add the title, “International News” to the Unit Page.
Go to the next clean space in your notebook and title it, “International News.” Use the template below to complete the assignment using the provided resource link. The link will take you to international newspapers that will feature different stories that are more strongly aligned to a particular region’s interests. You’ll get a more unique perspective!
HS.G 1.1 : Use geographic data to explain and analyze relationships between locations of place and regions.
HS.G 1.2: Use geospatial tools and related technologies to construct relevant geographic data to explain spatial patterns and relationships.
DOK1: Define and explain how to read and interpret a map. (e.g physcial, political, topographical).
DOK2: Demonstrate an apporpriate use of an atlas.
I can locate, label, and color the countries of the world.
Agenda: Finish the maps!
Bell Work: How do you think you’ll do on the upcoming geography test? How will you prepare?
Today is the day! All 5 maps should be labeled, colored, and stamped. I will be checking notebooks to count up your stamps and score any extra credit.
You can use the class period to finsh your maps, work on missing assignments from the unit, play the review games, or complete some extra credit.
The deadline to turn in any missing assignments from the Geography & History unit is fast approaching. There will be no more in class time as we will spend the next few days preparing for the test. Check Infinite Campus to see what you are missing!