The Census Bureau publishes a number of interactive maps that allow students and teachers to explore up-to-date census data, as well as historical data, migration patterns, and many other demographic topics. Use this page as inspiration for both whole-group and small-group activities.

The Quick Facts page allows teachers to access, explore, and compare basic Census data at multiple scales. As an example, compare Census data in the same table for the U.S.A (national scale), your state (sub-national scale), and your county or city (local scale). This data can be used to frame lessons on demographic patterns. Explore the data available and use what interests you and your students. This data can help develop several of the Foundational Geography Skills, as well as the Guiding Questions, found in the UEN standards document.

An article based on data and evidence that includes charts and information that can be analyzed statistically by students.

An article based on data and evidence that includes charts and information that can be analyzed statistically by students.

An article based on data and evidence that includes charts and information that can be analyzed statistically by students.

Enduring understanding: The physical geography of Utah influences where people live.Essential question:How do the physical features and landforms of Utah affect human settlement? This lesson will look at population concentrations in the State of Utah. Students will discuss the physical features that are part of various population centers and look for effects that those features may have on population. 

An article based on data and evidence that includes charts and information that can by analyzed statistically by students.

An article based on data and evidence that includes charts and information that can be analyzed statistically by students.