Think of current events that have happened in your lifetime that illustrate how geography can impact a society? Do Now:

What is geography? Come up with your own definition of this word WITHOUT LOOKING AT YOUR HW.

Your book’s definition: geography= the study of people, their environment and the resources available

Latitude and Longitude Location- Where are you?

How can Geography shape human development? Working in groups, fill out the chart. Pay attention to the directions!

Rivers

Oceans/Seas

Mountains

Steppes/Prairies/Plai ns

Deserts

Forests

Rainforests

Jungles

Modify? Adapt? Change? Human Environment- How do we shape the land and how does it shape us?

How can geography impact society? Summary Question