Focus- : Wednesday, August 21 Benchmark LA Student will determine the main idea or essential message in grade- level or higher texts through inferring, paraphrasing, summarizing, and identifying relevant details. Based on the information from map skills, pg. Ht-10 to Ht-12. If you were planning a trip to Brazil, what would be some advantages using a globe? A. Visually agreeable B. It shows location visually C. Determines direction and distance more accurately D. It defines streets and avenues in detail

Map Skills & Historian Tools

Objective Students will be able to describe and use tools that historians use when interpreting information with 90% accuracy

Review What are some disadvantages of using a globe when traveling?

What is a map? A map is a representation, usually on a flat surface, of the features of an area of the earth or a portion of the heavens, showing them in their respective forms, sizes, and relationships according to some convention of representation. Now what does that mean?

A map is a representation, A map is a drawing or model usually on a flat surface, of a round Earth on a flat surface, of the features of an area of the earth that shows the landforms (mountains, rivers, etc.) or a portion of the heavens, or part of the sky in a particular region, showing them in their respective forms, sizes, and relationships drawn to scale according to some convention of representation. using an accepted form of drawing or model.

Types of Maps There are three basic types of maps: PHYSICAL POLITICAL and THEMATIC.

Physical Maps Physical maps show the natural features of the Earth. Physical maps do not contain man made features. For example, a physical map would be a map of what you would see if you were looking down on Earth from space.

When you look at this map, what do you see? Notice you do not see country borders or city markings. These divisions are created by people. For example, there is no actual line dividing Texas from its bordering states. Although some astronauts (with the use of binoculars believe it or not) are able to see roads, large ocean tankers, and even the Great Pyramids from space, at very high altitudes, none of these are visible and all you are left with are natural land formations.

Political Maps Unlike physical maps, political maps show how humans have impacted the landscape. For example, city names, roads, country borders, etc. are all part of political maps. Political maps change frequently (physical maps change very, very slowly through geologic processes) and must be redrawn often. A political map of the world that is 50 years old is no longer accurate. Wars and ethnic conflict are two major causes political maps change.

Political Maps

Thematic Maps Thematic maps can represent a variety of information including things like climate, precipitation, vegetation, elevation, population, life expectancy, etc. Thematic maps are generally used when you are looking at a single piece of information.

Let’s Reflect Where do you think we are on the Unit Learning Goal right now? What is the difference between a level 2 and a level 3? Explain....

According to this thematic map of the classroom, which pizza topping is the most popular?

Time for Reflection In Today’s lesson.... What am I clear about? What am I confused about? On a scale of 1 to 3, 1 being “I did not really try” and 3 being “I tried my very best” Rank your efforts thus far. What could I do to enhance my learning today?

Daily Agenda Wednesday Read: Handout: Historians’ Tools Complete: With your group, read and answer: Check your understanding in each area of the worksheet minutes

Let’s Reflect... Share with your partner one thing you are sure about from today’s lesson. Switch roles. Now do as above and discuss one thing you are not clear about or may need some extra help to understand.

Unit Learning Guide.. Students, based on the lessons we have had within this unit on Historians’ Tools, where do you think you are on the scale today? Why? What is the difference between a level 1 and a level 2 in today’s ULG? Explain....

Map Components Title Grid Compass Key or Legend Scale

Concepts to Know What does BC stand for? What does BCE stand for? Why are dates important? What is History? What is the difference between History and Pre-history?

Extended Learning-Wednesday Finish answering all questions on the Worksheet. Write: In one paragraph, using the short response rubric, answer the following question: What inference can you draw from the quote: “With the historian it is an article of faith that knowledge of the past is a key to understanding the present.” Kenneth Stampp

Reflection Where do you think you are on today’s Unit learning goal? Rate yourself 1-3 To move up a level, what do you think you need to do? Are you clear about the lesson so far? Are you confused about anything? Is there anything you can do to enhance your learning today? Write your reflection answering all questions/below your summary. Complete your student progress chart Have a nice day