Google Earth is a virtual globe, map and geographic information program that allows users to explore satellite imagery, aerial photography, three-dimensional globes and maps of Earth. It can be used for educational purposes such as virtual field trips, studying geography, science, history and more. Advanced features include 3D tours, animal tracking and exploring beyond Earth. Google Earth is a useful interactive and visual tool for engaging students in the classroom across different subjects and grade levels.

1. Earth & Maps

2. What is Google Earth? Map of the world Numerous uses Educational resource Technological tool Virtual vacation and tours

3. Advanced Features & Creative Uses 3D tours Flight, marine, & animal tracking Go beyond the planets and watch the solar system in motion Explore recent events that have happened in nature Virtual Field Trip

5. Google Earth In the Classroom Visual & engaging educational tool Create presentations Study tool Encourages pro-active engagement Explore different aspects of Google Earth Kids learn about the Missions in California

6. History & Geography

7. Science Study volcanoes Investigate the Pacific Ring of Fire Explore the fault lines Follow earthquake patterns

8. English & Literature Discover locations in films shown in the classroom Explore authors backgrounds *Create a tour of where they lived* “Lit Trips”

9. Mathematics & Navigation Latitude longitude measurements Point-to-point navigation Great Circle navigation Finding the highest and lowest points in the Earth GPS navigation Use Google Earth to plan a dream vacation: Where would you like to go? Greek Isles, or the Caribbean?

10. Interactive Activities Tailored to Different Grade Levels & Ability Grade 1-2 Find school, your house, extended family members house, public places, etc. Grade 3-4 Directions: how do you get from your school to your house? Grade 5-6 Map the distance between your house and school Find the highest and lowest point in the states

11. Where in the World? OBJECTIVE: Using Google Earth, find each famous landmark around the world as you discover where they are using the provided clues.