4.6.2 maps i

Learning Target: I can use maps to figure out which place is most habitable to my needs.


Introduction video

Watch the introduction video that will walk you through the steps of what you are expected to do during this lesson.

1. JAMBOARD "PARKING LOT"

Share what you know about maps!

2. REVIEW scenario

The NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association wants to plan in case of a catastrophic weather related event. The NOAA wants to build a weather station to monitor weather across the United States. They are unsure which state would be most suitable for this station. Your task is to:

1. learn cause and effect that weather, climate, and temperatures has on the environment,

2. explore different maps around the United States,

3. collect and display data,

4. draw conclusion and cite sources and present your selected choice to NOAA.


3. high utility words

data

Data is a collection of information, gathered by observation, questioning or measurement.

map

A map is a drawing that shows different kinds of information about the Earth or various locations.

4. what do maps tell us?

Teacher explaining how to study different maps and what they tell us!

Questions to guide your thinking:

What does the map tell you? Look at the map symbol legend!

Which region of the United States would you think would be the best fit place to build a weather station?

Minimum temperature averages


Maximum Temperature Averages


North Atlantic Hurricane chart


AVERAGE NUMBER OF TORNADOES


WILDFIRES ACROSS UNITED STATES

2019

5. Share

After looking at all the different maps, which region of the United States do you think would be best suited for the weather station requested by NOAA? Respond using the Google Form link below!

GOOGLE FORM LINK