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Understanding Urban Sprawl Through Mapping Lab

In the Understanding Urban Sprawl Through Mapping Lab, your students will unlock the power of maps to unravel the mysteries of urban sprawl and its underlying causes. Tackle one of today’s most pressing challenges – urban sprawl. Equip your students with the knowledge to comprehend its origins and effects. Through captivating maps, students witness the evolution of urban landscapes over time, honing their data analysis skills and geographical insights.

$3.00

Description:

Help your students make sense of one of the most visible human impacts on the environment with the Understanding Urban Sprawl Through Mapping Lab—an engaging investigation that puts map analysis and critical thinking front and center.

Students will:

  • Explore how cities expand over time
  • Analyze real-world maps and data
  • Identify patterns in urban growth
  • Draw conclusions about the causes and consequences of urban sprawl

 

What’s Included?

  • Student Lab – A thoughtful, map-based activity that builds geographic literacy and environmental awareness
  • Instructor Answer Key – Includes clear explanations and suggested responses to support classroom discussions

 

Why You’ll Love It:

  • Visual & Engaging – Perfect for visual learners who thrive on maps, graphics, and spatial analysis
  • Real-World Application – Helps students connect science and geography to current environmental issues
  • Adaptable for Grades 6–12 – Easily tailored to different learning levels
  • Low Prep – Just print and you’re ready to go!

 

Teacher Tip: Pair this lab with a local or regional example of urban growth to make the topic even more relevant. Students love seeing how their own communities fit into the bigger picture of land use and development!

Grade Levels: 8th – 12th
Total Pages: 20
Teaching Duration: 60 Minutes

 

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