Standard:
SS8G1 The student will describe Georgia with regard to physical features and location.
a. Locate Georgia in relation to region, nation, continent, and hemisphere.
b. Describe the five physiographic (physical) regions of Georgia; include the Appalachian Plateau, Ridge and Valley, Blue Ridge, Piedmont, and Coastal Plain.
c. Locate and evaluate the importance of key physical features on the development of Georgia; include the Fall Line, Appalachian Mountains, Chattahoochee and Savannah Rivers, and barrier Islands.
d. Evaluate the impact of climate on Georgia's development.
Essential Question:
What are the significant physiographic regions of Georgia and how have they affected Georgia's development?
Warm Up:
Name the "5" physiographic regions of Georgia?
A: Appalachian Plateau, Ridge and Valley, Blue Ridge, Piedmont, Coastal Plain.
Today in Class:
Students created a map of Georgia using only the
Homework:
Finish the textbook scavenger hunt if not done so already, cover textbook.
Long term Assignments:Cover textbooks by Friday August 22.Geography Quiz Tuesday 26 August.
Today in Georgia History:
August 19, 1916 women were allowed to practice law in Georgia due to an act signed by Gov. Nathaniel Harris on this day.
Link-O the day:www.mystatehistory.com
My Email Address:
robert.hutchins@cobbk12.org
