We will begin the year with a review of the geography of the world, including regions, latitude, longitude, and water and land masses.

Grade 3 - Communities in the World
The students examine the geographic characteristics that shape the communities in other parts of the world by exploring and reflecting upon the following questions:
  • Where on the globe and/or map are the communities in relation to Canada
  • In what ways do the people in the communities depend on, adapt to and change the environment in which they live and work.
  • In what ways do the communities show a concern for the natural environment
  • How does the physical geography influence the human activities in the communities
Communities to be studied: Peru, India, Tunisia, Ukraine
Grade 4 - Alberta - A Sense of the Land

The students will examine the physical geography of Alberta by exploring and reflecting upon the following questions:
  • Where is Alberta located in relation to the other provinces and territories in Canada
  • What are the major geographical and natural vegetation regions, landforms and bodies of water in Alberta
  • What are the factors that determine climate in the regions of Alberta
  • What are the significant natural resources in Alberta, and where are they located
  • How are Alberta's provincial parks and protected areas and the national parks in Alberta important to the sustainability of Alberta's natural environment