Develop Vocabulary
English, Geography, Social Studies, Reading
Whether trekking around the globe or descending into the depths of the Puerto Rico Trench, students expand their vocabulary in geography, marine biology, technology and science arenas. In the Know provides terms used to describe the seeker of adventure and truth.
Tackle Technology
Marine Biology, Reading, Science
In recent decades, advances in technology have allowed exploration into the depths of oceans. Before reading about the Nautilus Exploration Program and recent underwater discoveries, review advances in technology that have allowed ventures into the deepest regions. Terminology you might review with students includes
• AUVs
• Diving helmets
• SCUBA
• Sonar
• Submarines
• Research ships – E/V (Exploring Vessel) Okeanus and E/V Nautilus
• ROV s
• Telepresence (technology used to connect ship to shore)
Map It
Geography, History, Social Studies
Geography is the study of the physical features of the earth and its atmosphere, and of human activity as it affects and is affected by these, including the distribution of populations and resources, land use, and industries. Both the journey of Paul Salopek and the undersea exploration of teams on the E/V Nautilus are projects that bring geography in its many dimensions to life.
“Map It — Trekking the Globe” may be used with “Retracing man’s first footsteps” or as a separate activity. It is organized to introduce students to categorizing geographic information.
Underwater maps are included in "Taking Measure of the Ocean's Depth." Use these to teach 3-D map reading and to introduce students to the Puerto Rico Trench, the deepest part of the Atlantic Ocean.
Travel With Paul Salopek
Geography, Social Studies, World History
Before reading the KidsPost article “Retracing man’s first footsteps,” read the illustrations and maps. What information do students gain from them?
Read “Inspiration for the Walk.” Who are Herodotus and Ibn Battuta? What activity do they have in common? Combined with the headline, what does this information indicate about Paul Salopek’s intentions?
While reading or after reading “Retracing man’s first footsteps,” give students “Paul Salopek on a 7-Year Trek,” discussion questions and activity.