Hands-On History: Geography Activities
Hands-on History: Geography Activities is an educational resource designed to engage students in the study of geography through interactive games and activities. This book includes game-formatted activities for the study of land and water forms, map components, latitude and longitude, climate, vegetation, plate tectonics, natural disasters, global water issues, economics, and political systems. These hands-on activities are aligned to state and national standards and support college and career readiness skills.
The activities are structured to encourage teamwork, creativity, intelligent reflection, and decision-making, providing an active approach to teaching while inspiring students to make their own explorations of geography. The book includes grading rubrics and ideas for assessment, ensuring that educators can effectively evaluate student progress and understanding.
By incorporating Hands-on History: Geography Activities into your curriculum, you provide students with a structured and engaging approach to learning about geography. The interactive nature of the activities makes complex geographical concepts accessible and enjoyable, laying the groundwork for a strong understanding of the world around them. 176 pages. Grades 3-8.
Ancient Civilizations: Covers the study of Ancient Civilizations such as Mesopotamia, Egypt, India, China, Greece and Rome.
American History: Important events include Colonial America, The American Revolution, American Indian Experience, The Civil War, The Oregon Trail, Immigration, and the Civil Rights Movement.
World History: Important events include Medieval Civilizations, the Byzantine Empire, the Muslim Empire, the Ancient Americas, Asia, Africa, the Renaissance, and the 20th century.
