Resources for Standard 5

Introduction

Geography helps one understand the physical and cultural characteristics of the world. Geographic education provides the values, knowledge, concepts, and skills to better understand ourselves, our relationship to the earth, and our interdependence with other peoples of the world.

SST-03.5 Concepts of Geography

• • SST-03.5.01 Identify the physical characteristics of the local community
  • SST-03.5.02 Identify the seven continents, four oceans, and major nations of the world
  • SST-03.5.03 Describe ways geography has affected the development of community