HAS #14

Geography Homework Assignment Sheet #14
Mrs. Walker
Dec. 13, 2016

       Due Date: Tuesday, JANUARY 10, 2016

·        Put the “World’s Fair”  timeline/announcement in the front of your binder. Attached is a timeline of assignments you’ll be doing leading up to the World’s Fair. PLEASE NOTE:  These are not your only assignments; you will still be receiving weekly Homework Assignment Sheets.

·        World’s Fair-Write a minimum one page essay on the History of your World’s Fair Country. Please include the following:

A minimum of one page is required. Please include your resources at the bottom of your page. Attach the Writing Guidelines form to your essay with your parent’s signature.

·        World’s Fair-Make a list of ten words or phrases in your country’s language. Please have this typed and in a sheet protector to go on your display board later.

·        Please read and answer questions in CGSA pages 97-99

·        GCB pages 18 and 21

·        Speech-Choose a country or city from the United Kingdom and prepare a one minute speech on any interesting facts that you find. (use 3x 5 cards)

·        Test-Europe-The United Kingdom, please study page 95 in CGSA

HAS #13

Geography Homework Assignment Sheet #13

Geography/Mrs. Walker Dec. 6,2016

Due: 12/13/2016

·        Geography Coloring Book- please read and color page 35 & 36

·        Australian Missionary- Go to http://www.cms.org.au/missionary and scroll down the Australia-Northern Territory.  You may then choose any of those missionaries to write a letter to.  Please introduce yourself.  Tell them about yourself.  Just be an encouragement to them.

·        TEST- study for test on Australia, from page 189 of the Cultural Geography Student Activities AND Australian handout

HAS#12

Geography Homework Assignment Sheet #12

Mrs. Walker-Nov. 29, 2016

Due: Tuesday, 12/6/2016

·        Geography Coloring Book- Please read and color page 44

·       Speech-Please prepare a 2-3 minute speech about the remote continent of Antarctica (choose from a variety of topics including animals, explorers, climate…brrrr)

·       TEST- study for test on Antarctica, from page 207 of the Cultural Geography Student Activities

HAS #11

Geography Homework Assignment Sheet #11

Mrs. Walker 11-15-2016

Due: Tuesday, November 29, 2016

•        Extra Credit:  Thank a United States Military Veteran for their service to our country, be prepared to share your experience in class on Thursday, 11/29/15

·       Geography Coloring Book-Please read and color pages

14   and 15

·        TEST-  the countries and capitols of South America

·        One Minute Speech - pick one of the South American countries, and prepare a one minute speech about the country to present to the class.

·        Work on Island Project – Due Dec. 1st

HAS #10

Homework Assignment Sheet #10

Mrs. Walker-11/8/2016

Due: Tuesday, 11-15-2016

·        Speech-Choose a city from Mexico or a country from Central America or the West Indies and prepare a one minute speech on any interesting facts that you find. (use 3x 5 cards)

·        Geography Coloring Book- pages 12 and 13

·        TEST- Mexico/Central America Map Test-see Student Activities on page 73 and 79 which we completed in class

·        Geography Island Project

Work on your MAP ISLAND PRESENTATION-see attached sheet for due date and details.  DUE DATE THURSDAY DECEMBER 1.

HAS #9

Geography Homework Assignment Sheet #9

Mrs. Walker-Nov. 1, 2016

Due: Tuesday, 11/8/2016

·       Geography Coloring Book- Please read and color all pages of 49

·       TEST-  Before we move any further with the North American Continent, there will be a test on ALL 50 states and capitals. Be able to label them on a blank map of the United States. (Don’t panic, you’ve already done this, just in smaller sections! J)

·         Geography Island Project-Transportation Map-

Consider the topography, location of industries, agricultural activities and population centers, and make a transportaion map showing highways, railroads, navigable rivers, water ports and airports on your island. Be sure to include a legend/key.

HAS #8

Geography Homework Assignment Sheet #8

Mrs. Walker-Oct. 25, 2016

Due: Tuesday, 11/1/2016

·       Geography Coloring Book- Please read and color page 11

·       Speech- Choose a Western state and prepare a one minute speech on any interesting facts that you find. (use 3x5 cards) We will be working on public speaking on a regular basis so you will feel comfortable giving on oral report at our World’s Fair.

·       TEST-  the Western states and capitals of the U.S. Study the maps we labeled in your Student Activities Manual: page 66

·         Geography Island Project-Population Map-

Consider the topography, climate, resources and vegetation of your island, and make a population map.  Areas chosen as cities should be indicated as the most populous areas.

HAS #7

Geography Homework Assignment Sheet #7

Mrs. Walker-Oct. 18, 2016

Due: Tuesday, 10/25/15

·        Geography Coloring Book- Please read and color page 7 & 10

·       Speech-Choose a Midwest or Plains state and prepare a one minute speech on any interesting facts that you find. (use 3x 5 cards) We will be working on public speaking on a regular basis so you will feel comfortable giving an oral report at our World’s Fair.

·       TEST- the Midwest and Plains states and capitals of the U.S.. Study the maps we labeled in your Student Activities Manuel, pages 62 and 65

·         Geography Island Project-Product Map-

Consider the topography, climate, precipitation, and location of your island. Make a map showing the major agricultural and  industrial products and the location of their production. These can both be done on one map. Point symbols can be used for products, and areas can be shaded to show land use. Use two keys at the bottom of your map.

HAS #6

Geography Homework Assignment Sheet #6

Mrs. Walker-Oct. 11, 2016

Due: Tuesday, 10/18/15

·        Geography Coloring Book- Please read and color page 8 & 9

·       Speech-Choose a Northeastern or Southeastern state and prepare a one minute speech on any interesting facts that you find. (use 3x 5 cards) We will be working on public speaking on a regular basis so you will feel comfortable giving an oral report at our World’s Fair.

·       TEST- the Northeastern and Southeastern states and capitals of the U.S., Study the maps we labeled in your Student Activities Manual, pages 59 and 61

·         Geography Island Project-Vegetation Map-

Consider the topography, climate, precipitation, and location of your island. Make a vegetation map showing the natural vegetation areas of your island, make sure to include a key/legend.

HAS #5

Geography Homework Assignment Sheet #5

Mrs. Walker- Oct. 4, 2016

Due: Tuesday, 10/11/16

·        Geography Coloring Book- Please read and color page 6

·       Canada TEST- use attached study sheet

·         Geography Island Project-Complete a Climate and Precipitation map. Remember to put a key or legend at the bottom of your map. Think about the high and low elevations, snow levels…*On this map choose your lines of longitude and latitude. This will influence the basic climate type for most of the island. Remember: the closer to the equator the warmer the warmer the temperature.

HAS #4

Geography Homework Assignment Sheet #4

Mrs. Walker-Sept. 27, 2016

Due: Tuesday, 10/4/2016

·        Geography Coloring Book- Please read and color page 5 (both pages)

·       Complete pages 41-46 in your Cultural Geography Student Activities text

·         Geography Island Project-Using one of your photocopies of your island, create a Graphic Relief/Physical Feature Map (see back of this H.A.S. and the sample for detail)

HAS #3

Geography Homework Assignment Sheet #3

Mrs. Walker-Sept.20,2016

Due: Tuesday, 9/27/16

(I will hand out the corrected rough draft on Thursday.)

·        Using your corrected rough draft and the definition of Geography, write a Final Draft one paragraph essay entitled:

The Earth is the Lord’s

Geography is the study of the physical location of things on a map or globe. It also encompasses the interaction of all the parts of the earth: the climate and water, the plants, animals and minerals, the politics, people and relationships. (include this definition under the title of your essay)

 You must include two Bible verses in your essay. You can choose from the following or find your own: Col. 1:16-17, Gen. 1:28, Acts 17:26, Psalm 115:16, Isaiah 45:18

(please use a Writing Guidelines  as a check list and attach it to the front of your essay)

·        Geography Coloring Book- Please read and color page 3 & 4

·       Student Activities- Chapter 3-Activitites 4 & 5 (pages 21-22 in Cultural Geography Student Activities)

·        Geography Island Project- see back of this H.A.S. for instructions

Geography Island Project

1. Draw the shape of an imaginary island on a blank sheet of paper it can be either random, irregular shape or the shape of a specific object. It should be large enough to cover much of the paper. Name the island.
2. Place geographic features on the island and name them. (Minimum of 5)
3. Make eight copies of your island.
4. Each week we will be creating a new map for your island (graphic relief map, climate map, population map...), please refer to the homework assignment sheet for specific titles.
To prepare for the final Island Project on Thursday, November 17 (tentative):

All maps should be completed and organized in your folder. Begin working on your class presentation, Remember: you are a travel agent, it is your job to explain why it is such a great place to visit.

Please include the following in your presentation:

1.     Where your island is located

2.     The climate

3.     The natural vegetation

4.     The products your island produces

5.     The population, and where the most populated areas are

6.     What and where are exciting attractions one can visit

7.     Any fun cultural differences there may be

A three minute oral presentation is required. You may use poster(s) with pictures and drawings, a costume, travel brochures, a video presentation, a model/map, or any creative idea you may have. Have fun with it!

Do not wait until the last minute to begin your assignment. If you plan ahead, and work a little each day, this assignment should not be overwhelming.

Parents-Please call or email if this is unclear or if you have any questions.(408) 590-0994, debbie.walker199@yahoo.com

HAS #2

Geography Homework Assignment Sheet #2

Mrs. Walker-Sept. 13, 2016

Due: Tuesday, 9/20/16

·        Using the definition of Geography, write a Rough Draft one paragraph essay entitled:

 

The Earth is the Lord’s

 

Geography is the study of the physical location of things on a

map or globe. It also encompasses the interaction of all the parts of

the earth: the climate and water, the plants, animals and minerals,

the politics, people and relationships.

(include this definition under the title of your essay)

 

You must include two Bible verses in your essay. You can choose from the following or find your own: Col. 1:16-17, Gen. 1:28, Acts 17:26, Psalm 115:16, Isaiah 45:18

 

 

·        Geography Coloring Book- Please read and color both pages for 1

 

·        Study for TEST – be able to label the 7 continents, 4 oceans, Tropics of Cancer and Capricorn, equator, Prime Meridian-(please see attached study sheet, it’s important to know the basics before we can move forward in detail)

        to be given in class on Tuesday, 9/20/16

 

ü  Extra Credit: To prepare for class on Tuesday, 9/20, please discuss with your parents their experience on 9/11/01. Be prepared to share their experience with the class. Be able to answer why is it or is it not important that we remember this day. Nothing needs to be in writing, just a willingness to share, notes can certainly be used!

 

HAS 1

Geography Homework Assignment Sheet #1

Mrs. Walker-Sept. 6, 2016

Due: Tuesday, 9/13/16

·        Set up Geography notebook:

Ø Make a title page for your Notebook (25 pts). Include:

ü The name of the course.(top of page)

ü Your name. (bottom right)

ü Teacher’s name and phone number: Mrs. Walker (cell 408-590-0994;  (under your name)

ü A colorful picture representing the course. (full page)

ü Label Divider Tabs as follows: North America, South America, Europe, Africa, Australia, Antarctica, Asia and projects.

 

 

·       Answer questions and Label Map: in Student Activities for Cultural Geography, pages 19-20

 

·        Geography Coloring Book- Please read How to use and Color this book, turn the page and complete the Glossary of Geographical Terminology   (no page numbers given)

 

Remember to plan your time accordingly

 

·        Parent signature________________________________

 

7th grade orientation

7^th Grade Geography Orientation

Mrs. Walker

This year we will study the earth and its resources as God created them. The students will learn how physical geography affects the political and economic features of countries and the way of life of its inhabitants. We will gain a new appreciation for the wonders of God’s creation and the responsibilities of the dominion God has given them.

A.   What students need to succeed?

1. Be in class on time

2. Turn in assignments on time

3. Teachable spirit

B.    Homework:

1. Each Tuesday, there is a new assignment sheet given

2. Everything on the assignment sheet is due the following Tuesday, unless otherwise noted

3. Homework Assignments posted on:

PFA7thgradeGeography.blogspot.com

C.    Tests and Quizzes

1. The students will be given one weeks notice before quizzes, two   weeks notice before exams

2. All quiz/test subject matter will be covered in class

D.   Upcoming projects

1. Geography Island Project

2. World’s Fair

          a. This will require a costume

b. Students will work on this project 7-10 weeks. Each student will study a country, give a detailed oral presentation of their findings, create a display board to share, make food from the country, and bring music to share with the class and guests.

3. Weekly one minute Oral Presentaions to help prepare for bigger projects

E.    What students are to bring to class

                             1. Pens (black or blue)

                             2. Sharpened pencils

                             3. Ruler, pencil sharpener

                             4. Colored pencils

                             5. Textbooks

                                      a. Geography Coloring Book

                                      b. Student Activities for Cultural Geography

6. Geography Binder with 8 tabs (one for each continent, one   for Projects)

F.     Teacher info:

1. Cell: (408) 590-0994

2. email: debbiew@pioneerfamilyacademy.com