1. Your task: Draw and label a map of the world. 1. You may use nothing except your brains, markers, and one sheet of paper. 2. You must discuss ideas for at least five minutes before you draw. 3. Label as much as possible. 4. Do not yell. 5. Everyone in the GROUP must contribute. You are all smart people. One person may not do all the work. “Boss-hogs” and “Bossy-pants” are not welcome.

2. Define geography. Ge-, Geo- Earth, ground, soil -graphy writing a written representation In other words, literally, “to draw a picture of the earth.”

3. Define geography. 1. The study of the earth’s surface, the connections between places, and the relationships between people and their environments. 2. A field of study that considers the description and interaction of the diverse physical, biological, and cultural features of the earth. PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY- having to do with the LAND. CULTURAL GEOGRAPHY- having to do with the PEOPLE.

4. Checking out our world maps What are some similarities our maps have? What are some differences our maps have? Turn to the world map on pages 52-53 of the atlas. How does your group’s map compare? Discuss with your group and give yourself a grade based on how you did. Could someone get from point A to point B using your map?

5. So what makes a map a map? Brainstorm!!

6. So what makes a map a map? Brainstorm!! Scale Latitude lines Longitude lines Title Compass rose Labels Bodies of water Directions Deserts Mountain ranges Countries, states, towns Regions How do we know if maps are telling the truth? Would mapmakers ever leave things off of a map? Why or why not?

7. What are some ways that geography is used? List as many as you can.

8. What are some ways that geography is used? List as many as you can. Directions Study history Learn about the earth Learn about physical features Study cultures Study how people interact with environment Classify places Analyze environmental problems Solve climate issues

9. What are some tools that are used in geography? List as many as you can.

10. What are some tools that are used in geography? List as many as you can. Maps GPS GIS Atlases Internet Seismographs Climate tools Cameras Video recorders