10/04/17: What’s the deal with Louisiana?

BELLRINGER:

1. Take a sheet of paper.
2. Find a map of Louisiana online.
3. Draw an outline of the state on one side of the sheet of paper.

READERS:

• 2nd Period: Carson (Hunter)
• 4th Period: Gabe (Kaylee)

BIG QUESTION:

What does Louisiana look like?

WHAT WE’RE LEARNING:

Today, we’re going to talk about one specific change in geography, and we’ll also debate how the field of geography should address that.

WHY WE’RE LEARNING IT:

This lesson will tackle the 5 Themes of Geography but also current events, as it has a lot to do with natural disasters and climate change.

LEARNING TARGET:

I can compare and contrast the map of Louisiana to the reality of Louisiana’s shape.

AGENDA:

• Louisiana Intro

• News Interview

• Map Debate

• Re-drawing maps.