Relevant Standards I. Summary Eventually students will be faced with many choices, including which career to pursue, where to live and what schools their children should attend. The geography of a city, its government and the available services may not seem important now, but these will be very important issues as adults. This lesson places students in the future and allows them to choose where to live by examining the city's government, services and location. Objectives Students will use technology skills to create a brochure, read maps and do research using various sources. Students will improve math skills by estimating, measuring, mapping, etc.
Students practice creative writing.
Students will improve their understanding of city government, services and size and location. Procedure Divide the students into groups of three to four. Ask each group to establish a list of their criteria for a desirable city in which to live. The lists should have at least five characteristics. As a homework assignment, students should ask their parents about their criteria for a desirable community.