Drainage Map
suggested grade levels: 7-12
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Materials:

Printer and paper

Black, red and blue pencils or pens

Procedure:
1. Print a large relief map of Idaho.
2. Using the blue pen, draw in major rivers and lakes (extend your drawings to the borders of the state).
3. Use the black pen to name the rivers and lakes.
4. Using the red pen draw arrows indicating the direction that the rivers are draining (flowing).
When your map is complete, explain why the rivers are flowing in the direction they are, based on topography

Handouts/Activities:
These are links to access the handouts and printable materials.
idrelho.pdf

Related Lesson Topics:
Hydrology: Hydrology Topics