Earth Science U1.1 Maps as models of the Earth

Lesson 1: Learning Objective:
Students will know basic types of maps and earth projections, latitude and longitude. Students will be able to locate major cities and geographical features by their coordinates.

Why Study Earth Science?
Watch the video and write down at least 6 important facts and/or ideas.

Class discusson: 5 minutes

Drawing the earth as a globe:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Topography

https://youtu.be/K-UXrpAjyl0

Link to Monkey-See What is Topography?

Developing a topographical map of a clay mountain.