geography standards

Geography standards guide how students learn about the Earth's landscapes, environments, and the connections between people and places. They set clear goals for understanding map reading, spatial reasoning, physical features, human impact, and cultural diversity. These standards ensure students develop skills to analyze location, understand global and local issues, and make informed decisions about their world. They emphasize critical thinking about geographic information and foster awareness of how environments shape societies and vice versa, preparing students to engage thoughtfully in a connected world.