Mesa Teacher Resources

Middle schoolers examine the way that many place names in Arkansas came to be. By looking at Arkansas highway maps, they find names that come from the characteristics of each of the state's six geographical divisions. This interesting...

Young scholars explore geographic features of the desert and apply their understanding of the topography of the desert by creating a tissue paper painting.

In this geography crossword puzzle, students answer twenty-one questions about deserts. Among the topics are plants, animals, and terrain.

Students experiment with landform vocabulary by using their own hands and a bar of soap as media.

Discover the connection of native peoples to their natural world, including cultural and agricultural practices, by studying the Zuni people of the American Southwest. This lesson includes examining a poster's photographs, reading...

Pupils discuss how terrain and climate affect the design of houses and commercial structures and thus influence the way architects design buildings in this elementary lesson plan.

Students read about the history and locate dams in Arizona. In this Arizona dams lesson plan, students write a summary about what they read focusing on word choice, ideas, conventions, and geography content.

Eighth graders study the people of their community.  In this Geography lesson plan, 8th graders research local history using maps and books.  Students create a timeline of tombstones for deceased residents. 

In this geography worksheet, students complete a crossword puzzle referring all to deserts. They identify the various types of desert land and what plants and animals can survive in these lands. Also, students identify the people who...

Students use musicto explore the countries and capitals of Asia.

Students explore river routes. In this social studies lesson, students trace the route of a river from its source and discuss the Continental Divide. Students draw the route the river takes and name the states it flows through. Students...

Students explore the life of a pioneer and the relationship between the concept of Manifest Destiny and pioneering. Students complete activities, maps, writing and reading to experience pioneer life. Handouts and worksheets are included...

What is the difference between a plateau and a plain? The website explains the characteristics of plains and plateaus as well as provides some helpful pictures.