Alaska Geography

Introduction

Sled dogs are the perfect choice to lead students around Alaska for a lesson in Geography. Follow Scout and Nacho, as they walk us through some Alaska ‘fun facts’ and explore cool places in the state.

Learning Objectives

Students will understand mapping features of a globe and how to find locations. They will also explore different Alaska locales and environments.

Using Alaska Content Standards for Geography

1. A student should be able to make and use maps, globes, and graphs to gather, analyze, and report spatial (geographic) information
2. A student should understand the dynamic and interactive natural forces that shape the Earth’s environments.

Worksheets

After the lesson.

Additional Resources

Here are links related to this lesson.

“We love puzzles: Alaska Geography”

“North: The Amazing Story of Arctic Migration” by Nick Dowson