Activity Overview
The climate in the Southeast is tropical, meaning it’s warm and humid much of the year. It also has intense storms, like hurricanes. The climate affects so much in the region, such as growing season, tourism, culture, and more. For this activity, students will create a spider map that depicts the climate of the Southeast.
Template and Class Instructions
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Objective: Create a 3 cell storyboard explaining the climate of the Southeast.
Student Instructions
- Click “Start Assignment”.
- Write a heading for each aspect of the climate you've selected.
- Create an illustration that represents each heading using appropriate scenes, characters, and items.
- Write a short summary of each heading in the space below the illustration.
Lesson Plan Reference
Rubric
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| Proficient | Emerging | Beginning | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Explanation | There are at least three cells in the storyboard. Titles and descriptions accurately depict the climate. | There are two cells in the storyboard. Titles and descriptions accurately depict the climate. | One cell is correct and the title and description are accurate and complete. |
| Illustrations | The illustrations represent the descriptions using appropriate scenes, characters and items. | The illustrations relate to the descriptions, but are difficult to understand. | The illustrations do not clearly relate to the descriptions. |
| Evidence of Effort | Work is well written and carefully thought out. | Work shows some evidence of effort. | Work shows little evidence of any effort. |
| Conventions | Spelling, grammar, and punctuation are mostly correct. | Spelling, grammar, and punctuation are somewhat correct. | Spelling, grammar, and punctuation are mostly incorrect. |
How To Discuss the Climatic Disasters in the Southeast Region
Discuss Different Types of Natural Disasters
Begin a general discussion on different types of natural disasters as an introduction to the topic. Teachers can ask the students and assess their prior knowledge regarding natural disasters. As the discussion develops, teachers can move topics to more specific climate-related natural disasters which are more common in the US Southeast Region such as Hurricanes and Tornados.
Talk About Causes
Talk about the different causes for the occurrence of these disasters. Encourage the students to think critically and provide logical reasons to back their answers. Teachers can share more informative books and videos with students to help them understand these causes.
Highlight Impacts
After causes, teachers can discuss the impacts of these disasters. Students can reflect on three different aspects of these impacts such as impacts on the economy, environment, and society. Talk about how the states recover and take precautions beforehand to deal with the disaster. Encourage the students to make impact charts covering different sides of these aspects.
Discussion and Questions
Give the class the opportunity to ask questions, make comments, and engage in conversation. Encourage students to express their ideas, perceptions, and worries concerning climate disasters in the Southeast Region. Students can also share their personal experiences regarding natural disasters if any and how they dealt with the situation.
Spread Awareness
In the end, generally discuss the impacts of climate change and how this change is giving rise to more natural disasters. Spread awareness regarding the significance of these issues and how individuals and societies can contribute towards solving these issues and keeping the environment safe and clean.
Frequently Asked Questions About US Southeast Region Climate
Does the US Southeast Region experience diverse seasons and weather?
Since the Southeast region is blessed with diverse environments and geographic locations, it experiences many different seasons and temperatures throughout the year. Due to higher elevation, the highlands and mountains provide a chance for people to experience cooler winds. The states close to the equator have warm and sunny weather which is perfect for a visit to the Beach. However, because of being close to some major water bodies, many states experience climatic disasters and extreme rains.
What are some of the Southeast Region's main climate hazards?
Hurricanes, tropical storms, floods, tornadoes, and sporadic droughts are common in the Southeast. During hurricanes, coastal communities are particularly susceptible to storm surges because of the presence of major bodies of water such as the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico.
How is the Southeast Region affected by climate change?
Rising sea levels, more frequent and powerful storms, and changes in precipitation patterns are all effects of climate change. This may increase current climate-related risk vulnerabilities. Students can reflect on how they can make a change and deal with major issues at hand.
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