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Size It Up: Map Skills

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Compare information from a US population cartogram and a standard US map. Learners draw conclusions about population density by analyzing census data a population distribution. They discover that census data is used to apportion seats in...
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Land Use Unit

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students identify factors in human society and the natural environment aree interdependent. They analyze interdependencies demonstrated in various situations and occurances.
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A Brief History of Fairfax County

For Teachers 4th - 8th
Young scholars brainstorm a list of things they already know about the history of Fairfax County, Virginia. After reading a primary source document, they discuss the similarities and differences between their prior knowledge and what...
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Political Differences 2

For Teachers 6th - 8th
A single slide provides students with a graphic organizer to fill out about political differences. Categories include state representation, The House, Missouri, and California. Tip: Save this PowerPoint to use as a template for more...
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Evolution

For Students 5th - 12th
In this evolution worksheet students complete a crossword puzzle by answering questions about the environment, evolution and populations. 
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Living Environment

For Teachers 8th - 12th
In this environment worksheet students complete a series of multiple choice and short answer questions on genetics, populations and cell structure. 
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Living Environment

For Teachers 7th - 12th
In this environmental instructional activity students complete a series of multiple choice and short answer questions on animal populations, cell structure and chromosomes.
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Create a City: An Urban Planning Exercise

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students explore the effects of population growth in Arizona.  In this history lesson, students work in small groups to create a "perfect" city. Activities include examining the Arizona census results then discussing the importance...
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Human Population's Response to Re-emerging and Emerging Infectious Diseases

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students examine the human population response to microbial diseases.  In this disease lesson students observe population trends, write about a scientist and evaluate and defend current treatments for infectious diseases. 
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Displaying Populations: Jellybeans, Paper and People

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students investigate the factors affecting population growth. In this biology instructional activity, students collect data from the lab and graph them. They estimate population size using a mathematical formula.
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Environmental Limitations

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders study the environmental factors that affect population growth. In this biology activity, 7th graders create a city following certain criteria. They present their posters in class.
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Giraffe Riff Raff

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students study the effects of wildlife conservation and relocation.  In this conservation lesson students view video on the preservation of the giraffe populations and discuss the impact that humans have had on them.
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CSI Rhino

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students study the rhinoceros and how the species has survived for so long.  In this rhino lesson students create graphs and research what is being done to protect the rhino.
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The Loneliest Animals

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students examine the different species that are headed towards extinction.  In this animal population lesson students compare the causes of extinction, research an endangered species and present an oral report. 
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Population Game

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students assess the carrying capacity of the land. For this animal population lesson plan, students participate in a role-playing scenario to discover the factors affecting animal populations.
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Beluga Balancing Act

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students study beluga whale populations and the issues they face.  In this beluga lesson students compare the issues that the whales are facing and name ways people can help.
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African American Population Shifts

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Young scholars investigate population trends. In this African American history lesson, students access U.S. Census records from 1900 to the present online. Young scholars analyze the migration of African Americans from one area of the...
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Niches and Adaptations

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Young scholars present information about a species, its niche, and adaptations. For this lesson on animal environments, students explore how surroundings can affect a given population resulting in adaptation.
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The Motivation for Movement

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students explore the geographic theme of movement. In this migration lesson, students discuss push-pull factors that motivate immigrants and interpret illegal immigration data. Students also discuss the difficulties that illegals face.
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Elbow Room - Exploring Population Density

For Students 6th - 12th
In this population worksheet, students click on the links and research the internet about population, land, and government. Students answer 16 short answer questions including making spreadsheets.
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Water Studies: Precipitation and Population

For Students 7th - 12th
In this water worksheet, students complete the chart about precipitation and population and answer short answer questions. Students complete 14 rows in the chart and answer 4 questions.
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Distribution of children living at home

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students use E-STAT to examine demographics. In this social demographics lesson, students use statistical data to determine if a particular family is in need of assistance. Students will discuss social and educational policies and...
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Word Population Problem

For Students 8th - 12th
In this population worksheet, students explore the population of the world.  They determine the square miles that would be covered if the total population were standing in one spot.  This one-page worksheet contains 1...
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Meeting the Needs of an Aging Population

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Learners examine population trends and predict how the age of the majority of Canadians will change 15 years from now in various geographic areas. They will gather statistical evidence that supports their projection. Learners will then...