Students study the geography and resources available to the ancient Egyptians and create a multimedia tour that demonstrates this learning to others.

Students examine why some countries are rich while others remain poor. They view a video on the website, Guns, Germs and Steel, analyze primary sources to conduct research about plants and animals, and create a game based on their research.

Includes both printable images and fascinating trivia behind the flag of each state. It includes alternate flags used in the past.

Explore different landforms and bodies of water around the world, observe and map landforms and water features, and practice observation and analysis skills through a virtual landscape and animated adventure in Plum's Island Explorer....