Michigan Geography: Exploring Our State's Unique Features by Dr. Ming https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s A self-guided exploration of Michigan's geography for 3rd grade students—designed by Shelby en-us 2025-10-04 13:16:47 UTC 2025-10-04 13:18:11 UTC hello@padlet.com zhang1m https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831246 2025-10-04 13:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831246 zhang1m https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831247 Here are some extra readings, videos, and activities. You can do this after you've finished all of the other sections, and you have more time. You can also access this at home from your Chromebook!

]]> 2025-10-04 13:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831247 zhang1m https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831249 Here is the list of vocabulary words, and a link to dictionary. com. You can use that link to look up the meaning of ANY word at ANY time. If you are struggling with the meaning of a word, even if it's not on the list, try looking it up in the online dictionary first.


Complete ALL of the activities in this section, including watching the videos. The first explains resources, and the second discusses hardiness zones.

]]> 2025-10-04 13:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831249 Go through all of this section! zhang1m https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831251 Please complete all of the following videos and activities.

The first video will have the answer to "essential question" 1, and the second video will have the answers to "essential questions" 2 and 3.

]]> 2025-10-04 13:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831251 Listen to me! zhang1m https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831252 2025-10-04 13:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831252 Challenge Activities zhang1m https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831253 - Research how climate change might affect Michigan
- Compare Michigan's geography to Canadian provinces
- Create a detailed resources distribution map]]> 2025-10-04 13:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831253 What We'll Learn: zhang1m https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831254 - Compare Michigan's geography to other states
- Describe how geography varies across Michigan
- Explain how Michigan's location influences its resources]]> 2025-10-04 13:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831254 Essential Questions zhang1m https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831255 1. How is geography in Michigan different or similar to geography in other states?
2. How is the geography different in different places in Michigan?
3. How does Michigan's location in North America influence its resources?]]> 2025-10-04 13:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831255 zhang1m https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831256 This section only has the survey. This has to be completed before moving on and turned in. Do not move on until you have finished!

]]> 2025-10-04 13:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831256 Geography Word Wall zhang1m https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831257 Important words and terms to know:
- Peninsula
- Great Lakes
- Natural resources
- Landforms
- Climate
- Agriculture

-Plant hardiness
https://www.dictionary.com/

]]> 2025-10-04 13:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831257 Michigan's Unique Shape zhang1m https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831258 2025-10-04 13:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831258 Natural Resources zhang1m https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831259 2025-10-04 13:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831259 Agriculture Tour zhang1m https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831260 2025-10-04 13:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831260 Exit Ticket zhang1m https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831261 1. Name one way Michigan's geography is unique
2. How do the Great Lakes affect Michigan?
3. List three natural resources found in Michigan]]> 2025-10-04 13:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831261 Practice Activities zhang1m https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831262 1. Complete the online Michigan geography game
2. Interview a family member about local geography
3. Draw a map of your local area's resources]]> 2025-10-04 13:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831262 Extension Reading zhang1m https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831263 2025-10-04 13:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831263 zhang1m https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831264 This explains agriculture and the different hardiness zones for growing crops. Read through this to gain a better understanding of how different areas grow different crops. Michigan has THREE DIFFERENT hardiness zones, meaning it grows a lot of different crops but not all crops grown in Michigan can grow in EVERY part of Michigan. PHEW! That can be confusing, huh?

]]> 2025-10-04 13:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831264 Climate Zones zhang1m https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831266 Learn how the Great Lakes affect Michigan's climate in different regions.


Essential Question: How is the geography in different in different places in Michigan?


Take a look at this map to see! :)

]]> 2025-10-04 13:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831266 Michigan's Landforms zhang1m https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831267 2025-10-04 13:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831267 zhang1m https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831268 Please take the survey before moving forward.

You can write 1-5 on any scrap piece of paper to complete. No need to write your name! Just turn it in. If you want a copy of this survey, please feel free to get one out of the "Social Studies" bin, and turn it in. Again, no need to put your name on it!

]]> 2025-10-04 13:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831268 zhang1m https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831269 2025-10-04 13:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831269 Reading help zhang1m https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831270 2025-10-04 13:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831270 Natural Resources vs. Man-made Resources zhang1m https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831271 2025-10-04 13:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831271 Plant Hardiness zhang1m https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831272 Plant hardiness is important to know to answer "essential question" 2. It is a short video explaining what it means and why it is important. If it moves too quickly, you can slow down the speed to keep up!

]]> 2025-10-04 13:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831272 zhang1m https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831273 After you have completed your design, you will add your digital artifact to the link below in Google Docs. That way, you can see and analyze your classmate's project! You will be able to take notes and use them on your quiz.

]]> 2025-10-04 13:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831273 zhang1m https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831275 Add your name under the name section, and the link to your project under the link section.

]]> 2025-10-04 13:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831275 C- Conversation: Level 1 zhang1m https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831276 Talking at a level 1 is fine with the classmates in your group.

]]> 2025-10-04 13:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831276 H- Help zhang1m https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831277

  • Check help section.

  • Ask your table partners.

  • Raise your hand.

    • ]]>     2025-10-04 13:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831277     A- Activity: Social Studies zhang1m https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831278 2025-10-04 13:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831278 M- Movement: Sitting at your desk zhang1m https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831279

  • Sitting down at your desk.

  • If you need to use the bathroom, take the pass.

  • If you need something else, please raise your hand first.

    • ]]>     2025-10-04 13:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831279     P- Participation zhang1m https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831281 Working on your Social Studies assignment on your Chromebook.

    ]]>     2025-10-04 13:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831281     S- SUCCESS! zhang1m https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831282 2025-10-04 13:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831282 Rubric zhang1m https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831283 Requirements for each project choice.

    To earn 5 out of 5 points, include the requirements in the first column to the right of the activity you chose.

    ]]>     2025-10-04 13:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831283     Apply Concepts- Choose a Project to Create zhang1m https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831285 Below is where you will find the link to your choices for your digital artifact! I have given you a lot of options, however, I am open to your ideas too! Let me know if you have any questions.

    -Mrs. L

    ]]>     2025-10-04 13:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831285     Choices for your project! zhang1m https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831286 Choose ONE from the choice board!

    ]]>     2025-10-04 13:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831286     Day 1 zhang1m https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831287

  • Review CHAMPS expectations.

  • Complete "What do you already know?" section.

  • Start Vocabulary Section.

    *You will not likely finish this section on the first day.


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  • Continue working on Vocabulary section.

    Watch the video clips.

  • Start "On Your Own Learning" section.

    This will take more than one day.

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  • Continue "On Your Own Learning" section.

  • Move on to "Am I ready to move on?" section if you finish the "On Your Own Learning" section.

    *You may not finish today, but that is okay. Please do not worry if you have not and other classmates have.*

  • If you are ready to move on, please do so! If you are not, please review the essential questions that you need more time reviewing.

    • ]]>     2025-10-04 13:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831291     zhang1m https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831292 2025-10-04 13:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831292 Quiz zhang1m https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831293 2025-10-04 13:16:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831293 Day 4 zhang1m https://padlet.com/cmutse/36my199s2kbz1q9s/wish/3617831295

  • Continue where you left off.

  • If you are through with "Am I ready to move on?" You will be working on creating your project chosen from the choice board.

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  • Continue working on your project.

    *You may need more time to finish it next week, and that is okay.

    Make sure that you review your rubric, and you have included all of the elements to get a "5" in each section.


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