Preview Pick up a worksheet from the front stool. Write your name on it.

Location Where is It? Why is It There? Two Types of Location Absolute Relative

Absolute Location A specific place on the Earth’s surface Uses a grid system Latitude and longitude A global address

Relative Location Where a place is in relation to another place Uses directional words to describe – Cardinal and intermediate directions

Place Physical Characteristics Land Features Mountains, plains, and plateaus Climate Bodies of Water

Place Human Characteristics People Culture Language Religion Buildings and Landmarks Cities

Map Practice Find the point on the map and label the following: – Tokyo, Japan (35º N, 140º E) – Mexico City, Mexico (20º N, 100º W) – Paris, France (50º N, 2º E) – Cairo, Egypt (30º N, 30º E) – Buenos Aires, Argentina (35º S, 58º W) – Houston, Texas (29º N, 95º W) – Sydney, Australia ( 33º S, 150º E) – Quito, Ecuador ( 0º, 78 º W)

Final Project You and a partner will create a presentation to present one historical event that was learned throughout the year. The presentation will be no less than 3 minutes and no longer than 5 You may rewrite a song, create a poem, create a skit, or create an art presentation. All other ideas must be presented to Mrs. Watson for approval.