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21 Cartography geology Lesson Plans
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- Grade Range
- 6th - 12th
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Students evaluate the different types of historical and geographical information that one can gather through close study of historical maps from the 16th through the 19th centuries. They create their own maps. Full Review »
- Grade Range
- 7th - 12th
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Students use paper, ruler, protractor and compass to make a close approximation of the normal Mercator projection. They demonstrate the important characteristics of this projection. Full Review »
- Grade Range
- 7th - 12th
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Students work in pairs to construct a simple stereoscope. Full Review »
- Grade Range
- 7th - 8th
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Students visualize, in three dimensions, features represented by contour lines on a topographic map. They see that the different elevations shown on a two dimensional topographic map can be used to build a 3-D model. Full Review »
- Grade Range
- 4th - 8th
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Students engage in several activities to explore Idaho and Social Studies themes. Using an variety of media, students become familiar with Idaho's geography and geology. Full Review »
- Grade Range
- 7th - 10th
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Students are introduced to maps, scale representations, ratios and cartography. They plot the itinerary for their family's dream vacation or a trip across the United States. Using maps, they determine the short route and second longer route by car. Full Review »
- Grade Range
- 4th - 6th
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Students follow directions to draw a map of an island. They complete the island map adding their own details using symbols and a legend. Full Review »
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- 7th - 8th
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Students investigate a fossil site and diagram a site map. They role play as paleontologists. Full Review »
- Grade Range
- 9th - 12th
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Students examine basic map information and utilize basic map skills. They identify and compare different types of projections. They measure distance using map scales. They find contour interval using index contours on a topographic map. Full Review »
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- 7th
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Students explore how to use a compass and how to interpret topographic maps. They gain experience in using information provided to successfully navigate or find their way in the environment. Students survey the environment around them using a compass and a topographic map. Full Review »
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