Students discuss the way vertical convection transports heat from the surface upwards, and associated pressure and temperature profiles of the atmosphere.

Students extend their understanding of convection to consider global winds and the effect of the earth's rotation on the creation of patterns of prevailing wind direction.

Students recognize different cloud types. They determine the seaonality of various types of clouds. They graph the data and determine if a correlation exists between season, cloud cover and type of clouds most prevalent during each season.

Learners gain an in-depth understanding of the issues surrounding the conflict in Kashmir. They use what they have learned to write an essay about the disputed territory of Kashmir.

Students explore the various categories of clouds and how they are formed. Through use of the Digital Atlas of Idaho, students research cloud types and formations. They use their information to answer questions on a worksheet. provided...

Fifth graders study traits of different bird beaks. In this bird lesson, 5th graders explore the function and usefulness of different inherited traits of birds.

Students develop a travelogue to describe the distinct ecological regions of Mount Kilimanjaro. They describe the health issues that may affect climbers, and any necessary equipment or safety precautions that the team may need at each...

Third graders explore the operation of a Christmas farm and how trees are shipped. After taking a tour of a Christmas tree farm and researching transportation, location and cost issues, 3rd graders create a map to show the distribution...

High schoolers examine different types of landscapes through a geographer's eye. Using a city block or a suburb, they organize their thoughts and take notes to survey a site. They discuss what they have seen and write about how looking...

Students examine a variety of butterflies and discuss how they believe they get their color variations. In groups, they brainstorm the advantages and disadvantages of their color schemes. To end the lesson plan, they watch butterflies...

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Studies the effects of altitude and mountain ranges on weather and climate.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Mountain ranges and the altitude of a region affects the climate.

[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about climates. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Summarizes the key processes that determine the type of climate. Includes several questions to check for understanding.

An effective presentation of six main climate controls: latitude, land vs. water, geographic position, altitude, currents, pressure and winds.

How does our climate affect us? How do we decide what to wear each day? What factors determine if our clothing choices are comfortable? What is the source of our water? Students explore characteristics that define climatic regions. They...

A map from 1899 of Mexico showing the general climate divisions of the region, including areas of warm climate, temperate climate, and cold climate. "The Tropic of Cancer crosses Mexico near the center. The low, hot, and moist coast...

Though we live on the surface of the Earth, we actually live at the bottom of an ocean of air. Dynamic layers of air interact with the Earth's surface and the Sun's energy to produce the phenomenon of weather. The atmosphere is...

This site from the Virtual Sun gives a detailed account of the geographical region once inhabited by the Maya People. It describes the landscape, climate, and altitude.

This site from the Virtual Sun gives a detailed account of the geographical region once inhabited by the Maya People. It describes the landscape, climate, and altitude.

This site from the Virtual Sun gives a detailed account of the geographical region once inhabited by the Maya People. It describes the landscape, climate, and altitude.

This site from the Virtual Sun gives a detailed account of the geographical region once inhabited by the Maya People. It describes the landscape, climate, and altitude.

This site from the Virtual Sun gives a detailed account of the geographical region once inhabited by the Maya People. It describes the landscape, climate, and altitude.

A map from 1898 of Mexico, Central America and the West Indies. The map includes an inset map of Cuba and the Isthmus of Nicaragua. "The surface of the Rocky Mountain highland in Mexico is quite similar to that of the great plateau...