Iraq’s Neighborhood, Gr 3-5
Length of Time: 20-30 Minutes
Description
Everyone hears a great deal about Iraq. This primary activity will help students place Iraq within the context of the Middle East and identify major political divisions in the area. They will locate other important geographic features and reflect upon the impact of geography on the history and current situation of this very complicated region.
Essential Questions
What are the geographic features of the surrounding area of this important current events topic?
Common Core Standards
Content Standards
Grade 4: North American Geography
History and Geography: Map and Globe Skills
Grade 5: United States History: Geography, Economics and Government
History and Geography: Map and Globe Skills
Comparing and Distinguishing Maps