5/11 Physical Geography - Africa/Asia

Whenever you need help, please ask for it.

Please write your homework in your assignment book.
Please review the goal and agenda for the day (posted in the classroom).

Today in class you will 

• explore the physical features, climate, and natural resources of Africa and Asia.
• understand how physical geography influences population density.

Why?

• To better understand the world around you.
• To develop your mental map of the world.

1.  With another near you, discuss - in your own words - why you are in social studies today (see above). 2 minutes

NOTE: Whenever you are waiting for Mr.d'E or others so you can complete a next step, appropriately comment on other students blogs: Give a compliment; respond to something specific (what did it make you think, do you agree/disagree - why), extend the conversation (add a relevant question; share what other ideas came to your mind as you read the post); do NOT critique their writing/thoughts. You may ALSO reply appropriately to comments left on your blog posts.

2.  View the following (no headphones needed)    5 minutes

3.  Open Geography Alive to p 576. Look for physical features you recognize.  Which ones don't you recognize? How might they influence where people live?     5 minutes

4.  As a class, analyze maps of Africa. Discuss how they might influence where people live. Ask questions.    15 minutes

5.  As a class, analyze maps of Africa. Discuss how they might influence where people live. Ask questions.    15 minutes

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Parents: Instead of Asking Your Child, 
"What Did You Do in School Today?"

Ask them.......

• What are some major physical features of Africa? Of Asia?
• What are some major climates of Africa? Of Asia?
• What are some major natural resources of Africa? Of Asia?
• How do these influence where people live in Africa? Asia?