Atlantic Ocean
The Atlantic Ocean is the second largest of the world's oceans, covering approximately 20% of the Earth's surface. It is bordered by the Americas to the west and Europe and Africa to the east. The Atlantic Ocean is divided into two major sections: the North Atlantic and the South Atlantic.
Key Facts about the Atlantic Ocean:
- Location: The Atlantic Ocean is located between the Americas to the west and Europe and Africa to the east.
- Size: It covers an area of about 41,100,000 square miles and is the second largest ocean in the world.
- Marine Life: The Atlantic Ocean is home to a wide variety of marine life including fish, mammals, and invertebrates.
- Exploration: It has been an important area for exploration and trade throughout history, with famous explorers such as Christopher Columbus and Amerigo Vespucci making significant voyages across the Atlantic.
- Currents: The Atlantic Ocean is known for its powerful ocean currents, including the Gulf Stream, which has a major impact on the climate of the surrounding regions.
- Islands: The Atlantic Ocean is dotted with numerous islands, including the Azores, Bermuda, and the Caribbean islands.
Study Guide Questions:
- Where is the Atlantic Ocean located?
- What is the size of the Atlantic Ocean?
- What are some of the key features of the marine life in the Atlantic Ocean?
- Why has the Atlantic Ocean been an important area for exploration and trade throughout history?
- What are some of the major ocean currents in the Atlantic Ocean?
- Can you name any islands located in the Atlantic Ocean?
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National Curriculum Standards for Social Studies (NCSS)
TIME, CONTINUITY, AND CHANGE
SOCIAL STUDIES PROGRAMS SHOULD INCLUDE EXPERIENCES THAT PROVIDE FOR THE STUDY OF THE PAST AND ITS LEGACY.
KNOWLEDGE - Learners will understand:
The study of the past is the story of communities, nations, and the world.
Key concepts such as: past, present, future, similarity, difference, and change.
Key people, events, and places associated with the history of the community, nation, and world.
That people view and interpret historical events differently because of the times in which they live, the experiences they have, and the point of view they hold.
That historical events occurred in times that differed from our own, but often have lasting consequences for the present and future.
National Center for History in Schools (NCHS)
Historical Thinking Standards
Chronological Thinking
Identify the temporal structure of a historical narrative or story.
Explain change and continuity over time.
Historical Comprehension
Identify the central question(s) the historical narrative addresses.
Historical Analysis and Interpretation
Formulate questions to focus their inquiry or analysis.
Compare different stories about a historical figure, era, or event.
Challenge arguments of historical inevitability.
Historical Research Capabilities
Formulate historical questions.
Historical Issues-Analysis and Decision-Making
Identify problems and dilemmas in the past.