History and geography teachers can easily comb through the multitude of locales found here and instantly come up with engaging content and pictures of not only geographical features, but prominent social issues as well. The information on global destinations is so extensive that it often covers themes on prehistory to the present. In addition, be sure to take advantage of downloadable lesson plans, notes, and homework assignments or find interesting sound bytes featuring Mr. Dowling's own voice. This site provides population figures for thousands of cities, towns and regions of all countries. The National Atlas of the United States of America - from the U.S. Department of the Interior, provides online maps of every part of the country.
Students can make their own maps, explore volcanoes, and order printed or multi-media maps .
An excellent introduction to maps, this site offers printable lesson plans and handouts that teach students how to read road and topographic maps and interpret the legends and measurements. What Do Maps Show uses changing maps to demonstrate how humans affect their environment. Ask students why they think people and events are commemorated on stamps. One specific accomplishment should be represented on the stamp. Create the stamp using appropriate visuals and color.