Why Mapping United States History helps students make connections between history and geography!

Why Mapping United States History helps students make connections between history and geography! 



Why Mapping United States History helps students make connections between history and geography! 
  • Spatial awareness: Mapping historical events on a map helps students develop spatial awareness and understand how geography has influenced the course of history. For example, by looking at a map of the United States, students can see how the geography of the Appalachian Mountains influenced westward expansion in the 19th century.
  • Contextual understanding: Mapping helps students understand the context of historical events by placing them in their physical setting. For example, by mapping the routes of Lewis and Clark's expedition, students can see the challenges the explorers faced as they navigated through the vast western territories.
  • Interdisciplinary connections: Mapping combines history and geography, making it an interdisciplinary approach to learning. By exploring the connections between geography and historical events, students can also connect their learning to other subjects such as science, economics, and politics.
  • Critical thinking: Mapping requires students to analyze historical events and use critical thinking skills to make connections between them. By looking at how events are interconnected spatially, students can develop a deeper understanding of causality and how events have shaped the nation's history.
Research key actions of the U.S. during Early American History and then complete the guided mapping activity. Mapping Early American History in a step-by-step format with a guided PowerPoint for students to use as a reference. This includes rubrics with and without point values, research graphic organizers, map templates, and guided PowerPoint. Research key causes and events leading up the American Revolution, and then complete the guided mapping activity. Also part of Early American History MEGA BUNDLE
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