Understanding Direction Based on the Sun
This lesson plan introduces the concept of direction to young children by using the location of the Sun in order to understand where east, west, north, and south are located.
Medieval Peutinger Map | Book Review
The Peutinger Map (Tabula Peutingeriana) is a unique medieval replica of a Roman route map from the late fourth to early fifth centuries.
Tropical Cyclones: Hurricanes, Typhoons, and Cyclones
Depending on where the storm system develops, it will be called a hurricane, typhoon, or cyclone.
Geography of the United States
Extreme temperatures, topography, wind, and other powerful natural forces have shaped the geography of the United States.