Human Environment Interaction in National Parks (CCSS Aligned!)

UPDATED: As of 5/12 this product is 100% Google Compatible and will be given through Google Drive

This packet is comprised of 10 readings that detail the biggest human threat our National Parks are facing and how humans can help. This is a great way to teach middle school students about Human Environment Interaction in the Social Studies curriculum while actively utilizing secondary reading sources.

National Parks used in this packet are: Everglades, Grand Canyon, Acadia, Yellowstone, Yosemite, Badlands, Denali, Hawaii Volcanoes, and Great Smoky Mountains.

Different readings allow your students to have a choice while all practicing the same skill!

What’s included?

1. Pre-read vocabulary sheet (Google Docs)

2. 10 Readings on the impact humans are having on our national parks (PDF of Google Drive)

2. Reading guides to help your students analyze the text! (Google Docs)

If you want a full project about National Parks using this text as a guide, check out my National Parks Research Project (this document is in the project)

Note: This was designed for my 6th grade geography class. While it is complete on its own, feel welcome to adapt it to your classrooms needs.

Love National Parks or just US Geography in general? Check out my other resources!

1. National Parks Map Reading Stations

2. Five Regions of the United States: Complete Guide with Exit Slips!