Climate Clash Slides
Geography Grade 8
Climate Clash
Comparing Mediterranean & Maritime Climates in Southwestern Europe
Pack Your Bags!
The Hook
Suitcase A
Shorts, Sunglasses, Sunscreen
Where are you going?
Suitcase B
Raincoat, Umbrella, Sweaters
Where are you going?
Mission Objectives
Compare Climates
Identify differences between Mediterranean and Maritime weather patterns.
Analyze Adaptation
Describe "Scrub Vegetation" and how it survives in Southwestern Europe.
Geography Breakdown
Compare Northwest France vs. the French Riviera.
Field Trip: Virtual Visit
Watch for clues about temperature, rain, and plants.
Embedded media
Focus Segment: 6:45 - 8:18
Mediterranean Climate
Characteristics
- • Dry, Hot Summers: Often weeks without a single cloud.
- • Cool, Damp Winters: Rarely drops below freezing.
- • Location: French Riviera, Italy, Spain.
Scrub Vegetation
Short, woody plants adapted to long, dry periods.
Eco-Fact
"Drought-resistant but highly flammable during hot summer months!"
Maritime Climate
Characteristics
- • Rainy & Cool: Influenced by the Atlantic Ocean.
- • Frequent Rain: Over 200 days of rainfall per year.
- • Mild Summers: Averages around 60°F (15°C).
Atlantic Influence
The ocean keeps temperatures stable but brings constant moisture to Northwest France.
Activity Time
1
Pair Up
Find a partner and grab your Climate Clash Worksheet.
2
Compare
Look at the French Riviera vs. NW France.
3
Analyze
Map out the unique features and shared traits on your paper.
Include: Temperature data, Rainfall frequency, and Vegetation types!
Exit Ticket
Today's Prompt:
"Describe Scrub Vegetation and explain why it exists in the Mediterranean climate."
Safe travels, explorers!
Climate Clash Worksheet
Climate Clash
Mediterranean vs. Maritime Environments
Name:
Date:
Pack Your Bags: The Hook
Based on the class discussion, which suitcase would you bring to each location? Write the suitcase letter (A or B) next to the climate type.
Mediterranean Climate
Maritime Climate
Video Investigation: Focus 6:45 – 8:18
Mediterranean (South)
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Summers:
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Winters:
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Typical Vegetation:
Maritime (Northwest)
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Rain Frequency:
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Summer Avg. Temp:
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Primary Influence:
The Big Compare: French Riviera vs. NW France
Fill in the Venn Diagram using details from the video. Consider: Temperature, Rainfall, and Vegetation.
French Riviera
Northwest France
Shared
Synthesis: The Atlantic Influence
How does the proximity to the Atlantic Ocean specifically change the lifestyle of people in Northwest France compared to those in the Mediterranean?
Scrub Secret Exit Ticket
Geog 8
Exit Ticket
Lesson: Climate Clash
Name:
Date:
The Scrub Secret
Describe Scrub Vegetation and explain why it exists in the Mediterranean climate instead of the Maritime climate.
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Geog 8
Exit Ticket
Lesson: Climate Clash
Name:
Date:
The Scrub Secret
Describe Scrub Vegetation and explain why it exists in the Mediterranean climate instead of the Maritime climate.
