Aegean Adaptability: Geography and the Ancient Greeks

GeoHistory
GeoLiteracy
Lesson Plan Content
Description: 
In this lesson, students will analyze how the rugged geography of the land challenged the ancient Greeks. Students will explain how the environment caused the ancient Greeks to become sea traders.
Author: 
Cheryl Wiens
Grade Range: 
6
Duration: 
2 class periods
Lesson Materials
Teacher Instructions: 
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Student Materials: 
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Supplemental Files: 
application/pdf iconSimplified 6 Traits Writing Rubric
Materials to Assist Teachers and English Language Learners: 
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Standards
Arizona Geography Concepts: 
2: Places and Regions
5: Environment and Society
6: Geographic Applications
National Geography Standards: 
15: How physical systems affect human systems