Monday, October 31, 2011

Political Maps of Latin America...

South America
Central America
Caribbean

7 Billion...

Today the world recognizes the global population has exceeded 7 billion.  The following two videos from National Geographic give great information into statistics behind 7 billion and what it means for our world.
http://youtu.be/sc4HxPxNrZ0

http://youtu.be/4B2xOvKFFz4

Friday, October 28, 2011

Extra Credit...

***The following assignment is for extra credit.  You can earn extra points on your final grade - ranging from 1-3 points - depending on the quality of work and depth of your study***

Research one of the following influential Latin American personalities.  Describe in your research paper how this leader transformed their country, culture, or political structure.  Why is this person important - and what is the lasting impact of their legacy?

You must have at least three sources (cited), minimum one page, maximum two pages, typed double spaced (12 font, 1" margins).  Due on Friday, November 4 by the end of 7th period.

Pick any one of the following:
Edison Arantes do Nascimento "Pelé" (1940 - )

Socratic Seminar...

***Honors Students - Required Assignment***
Photo by Randy Olson - National Geographic
Read the following article from National Geographic.  Be prepared to discuss this article in depth (for a test grade) on Friday, November 4.  You will present your questions and discuss the information in a socratic seminar.  Use the resources below to help build your opinion.

Extra Resources:
MNN Article

Tuesday, October 25, 2011

Latin America Physical Map

Click here for the Physical Map
Mountains:
Sierra Madre
Andes
Guiana Highlands
Brazilian Highlands

Basins:
Amazon

Islands:
Greater Antilles
Lesser Antilles

Bodies of Water:
Gulf of Mexico
Pacific Ocean
Atlantic Ocean
Caribbean Sea
Lake Titicaca
Gulf of California

Deserts:
Atacama

Peninsulas:
Yucatan
Baja California

Rivers:
Rio Grande
Amazon
Parana
Orinoco

Landforms:
Llanos
Patagonia
Pampas
Cape Horn
Gran Chaco

Tuesday, October 4, 2011

Physical Geography of North America...

The following maps will help you study for the map assignment and quiz over the physical geography of North America:
Check back for more maps...as I find them I will post links.

50 States and Capitals...

***Extra Credit***Memorize and perform the 50 States and Capitals song below in class***
This will be due on Friday, October 14