Curriculum Unit Title Author
Natural Disasters Are Naturally Engaging
Joseph Parrett
KEY LEARNING, ENDURING UNDERSTANDING, ETC.
The United States is made up of distinct regions. Each region has its own characteristics related to climate and physical geography. Being able to visualize these characteristics can aid us in forming a mental map of our nation.
ESSENTIAL QUESTION(S) for the UNIT
How can learning about natural disasters help us in forming a mental map of the United States?
CONCEPT A CONCEPT B CONCEPT C
Natural Disasters
Mental Map
Preparedness & Recovery
ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS A ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS B ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS C
How can we be helpful in an emergency situation?
What is a mental map and how can it help me understand our country?
What are natural disasters?
VOCABULARY A VOCABULARY B VOCABULARY C
Preparedness Recovery
First Responder
Mental Map Represent
Key Symbol
Hurricane Tornado Flood
Earthquake Blizzard Volcano
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/MATERIAL/TEXT/FILM/RESOURCES
All visual resources for the unit can be located through the use of an Internet search engine.