Arctic Ocean

The Arctic Ocean is the smallest and shallowest of the world's five major oceans. It is located entirely within the Arctic Circle and is bordered by the northern coastlines of North America, Europe, and Asia.

Key Facts

Area: Approximately 14 million square kilometers
Depth: Average depth of 1,038 meters
Temperature: Varies from -2°C to 10°C
Wildlife: Supports a diverse range of marine life including polar bears, walruses, seals, and various species of fish and birds.

Importance

The Arctic Ocean plays a crucial role in regulating the Earth's climate, as its ice cover helps to reflect sunlight back into space. It also serves as a vital habitat for numerous species and is increasingly being explored for its potential oil and gas reserves.

Study Guide

Here are some key points to remember about the Arctic Ocean:

Location: Where is the Arctic Ocean located?
Size: How does the size of the Arctic Ocean compare to other oceans?
Climate: What is the typical temperature range in the Arctic Ocean?
Wildlife: Name at least three species of marine animals that are found in the Arctic Ocean.
Importance: Why is the Arctic Ocean important in terms of climate regulation and biodiversity?

Remember to study the geography of the surrounding countries and the impact of climate change on the Arctic Ocean as well.

◂Social Studies Worksheets and Study Guides Fifth Grade. First Americans

The resources above cover the following skills:

National Standards for Civics and Government (NSCG)

What are the foundations of the American political system? What values and principles are basic to American constitutional democracy?

Fundamental values and principles. Students should be able to explain the meaning and importance of the fundamental values and principles of American constitutional democracy. To achieve this standard, students should be able to

Explain the meaning and importance of the following fundamental principles of American constitutional democracy

Constitutional government which includes the rule of law; representative institutions; shared powers; checks and balances; individual rights; separation of church and state; federalism; civilian control of the military

National Center for History in Schools (NCHS)

Historical Thinking Standards

Historical Comprehension

Reconstruct the literal meaning of a historical passage.

United States History Content Standards

Era 1: Three Worlds Meet (Beginnings to 1620)

Comparative characteristics of societies in the Americas, Western Europe, and Western Africa that increasingly interacted after 1450.

The student understands the patterns of change in indigenous societies in the Americas up to the Columbian voyages.