OBJECTIVE: To help students understand and apply the 5 basic themes of geography to an area outside of the United States

GRADE: 7-12

MATERIALS: Selected slides of the Arbor Day trip to Quintana Roo, Mexico, and the Yucatan Peninsula to illustrate the 5 basic themes of geography

PROCEDURE: Review various Internet sites identified under "Geography of Quintanna Roo."

PARENT/CHILD EXPERIENCE: Parents will help their children review and apply the 5 themes of geography to Quintana Roo, Mexico by viewing selected slides from the Arbor Day trip to the Yucatan Peninsula resulting in a fun adventure that can also be applied to exploring other countries of your choice.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION: It is important for students to be able to apply the 5 basic themes of geography to many different situations and areas. The 5 themes of geography are:

• Llocation
• Place
• Hhuman/environment interaction
• Movement
• Region

This activity would help them better understand this concept. It could be adjusted and modified to fit several grade levels and types of courses. Books and other educational resources relating to the study of geography will aid the student in better understanding and enjoying this activity.

EVALUATION: The students will demonstrate their knowledge of the 5 basic themes of geography presented in a written or oral manner.