Welcome to Mrs. Melanie Wiles's Web Page                                                                          This 9 weeks, we are studying "The Americas" in Geography.  We have lots of fun learning activities planned--we have just read a legend about Popocatepetl and Ixtlachiautl, 2 volcanoes in Mexico.  We are in the middle of salt maps this week--they're looking great! My planning period is 7:50-8:35, and the school phone number is 359-1265. You may also call me at home at 359-4165.  Please feel free to contact me any time you have questions or concerns. Reach me by email! Click here:  Contact Mrs. Wiles    Classroom rules: 1. Be prepared. Be on time and have all materials. 2. Be respectful of everyone around you. 3. Be neat. 4. Follow directions the first time they are given. Rewards may be earned for following the rules, and consequences will be administered for breaking them.                                                                                                                                                                       GEOGRAPHY                                                      Course Objectives: Understand and successfully read maps and globes Demonstrate how to read graphs, charts, and diagrams Describe the earth's structure and landforms and explain how they affect where people live Understand climate zones and explain the vegetation of each Define culture and explain what makes each culture unique Describe how the world's economies are changing Understand the impact of humans on the environment This week's schedule (Nov 10-14) Monday: NO HW THIS WEEK! Tuesday:  Wednesday:  Thursday:   Friday: