Mountains are an essential part of our earth: the goal of many
adventurers, the source of rivers, an inspiration for creativity. Explore the
activities below to climb mountain heights. (By the way, a mountain must be at
least 1000 feet high; lower than that is a hill.)
CONNECT:
- Read these fun mountain facts: http://easyscienceforkids.com/all-about-mountains/
- How are mountains formed? See some processes at https://owlcation.com/stem/Types-and-Formation-of-Mountains-For-kids
- Discover how to climb one of Africa’s tallest mountains at https://www.nationalgeographic.com/magazine/2018/07/climb-africas-tallest-mountain/
- Did you know that mountains have life cycles? See that cycle at https://video.nationalgeographic.com/video/short-film-showcase/the-life-cycle-of-mountains
CREATE:
- Try some of these mountain crafts for kids: https://www.ehow.com/list_6100689_mountain-crafts-kids.html
- Map or create a trivia game about the highest mountains in the world: https://list25.com/25-highest-mountains-in-the-world/
- Test your knowledge about world mountains with this map quiz: https://online.seterra.com/en/vgp/3131
- What food should you pack if you go mountain climbing or other hiking? Find out at https://www.eatright.org/food/planning-and-prep/snack-and-meal-ideas/food-tips-for-camping-and-hiking
CARE:
- Do you think you have a hard time walking to school? Look at these dangerous journeys to school, several involving mountains: https://www.boredpanda.com/dangerous-journey-to-school/
- Follow these safety tips when hiking with the family: https://www.parentmap.com/article/keeping-kids-safe-outdoors-top-tips
- Why should you care about conservation of mountains and other aspects of nature? Find out what kids can do at https://www.fs.usda.gov/main/conservationeducation/about/education-themes/kids-in-woods
- Even mountains move and can be sites of hazards. Read about come of those hazards in Rocky Mount National Park: https://www.nps.gov/romo/hicountry_hazards.htm
CAREERS:
Are you looking to the heights for a career? Mountains might be in your
sights. Sports – such ask skiing and hiking, geology, tourism, forestry. There
are a mountain of opportunities.
