The focus is on understanding global population distribution and patterns in settlement and land use. Students examine patterns in population characteristics to identify correlations. Arctic Dawn - The Journeys of Samuel Hearne is the odyssey of the first European to explore the western Canadian Arctic. International Trade 1,2,3 A plethora of information about Canadian foreign affairs, economic relations, international trade, travel, culture, etc. An outstanding site that has current images of Canada that can be use in many curriculum areas.
Students make a physical map for an imaginary country they create.
This is a great introduction to map making. This is a site presenting opinion in the population debate and requires balancing input from the teacher. A chance for Ontario teachers to view a GIS pilot project in an American middle school involving high achieving Grade 6 girls. Otto Sverdrup Centennial Expedition 3 Follow the Otto Sverdrup Centennial Expedition as it explores the Canadian Arctic. A terrific site where students from Canada and Norway can share ideas and thoughts about this voyage.