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Geographers explore both the physical properties of Earth’s surface and the human societies spread across it. They also examine how human culture interacts with the natural environment and the way that locations and places can have an impact on people.
Geography is something you do, not just something you know. Those who study geography identify relationships between these varied subjects, graft those relationships onto a geographic space, and explain why certain systems are where they are.
The highly anticipated National Geographic Museum of Exploration is set to open in 2026 in the heart of Washington, D.C. This groundbreaking attraction will invite visitors to embark on thrilling expeditions, immersing guests in the excitement of exploration and discovery.
The National Geographic Society is a global non-profit organization committed to exploring, illuminating, and protecting the wonder of our world.
Inspire learners to explore National Geographic through interactive lesson plans, maps, storytelling and a wide variety of resources to illuminate their world.
This collection features map activities designed to strengthen spatial thinking skills for students. Spatial thinking allows students to comprehend and analyze phenomena related to the places and spaces around them, and is one of the most important skills students can develop as they learn geography, and various science disciplines.
Europe's physical geography, environment and resources, and human geography can be considered separately. Europe can be divided into four major physical regions, running from north to south: Western Uplands, North European Plain, Central Uplands, and Alpine Mountains.
Habitat destruction is one of the biggest threats facing plants and animal species throughout the world. The loss of habitat has far-reaching impacts on the planet’s ability to sustain life, but even with the challenges, there is hope for the future.
MapMaker Launch Guide. MapMaker is a digital mapping tool, created by the National Geographic Society and Esri, designed for teachers, students, and National Geographic Explorers.
One of the oldest tenets of geography is the concept of place. As a result, place has numerous definitions, from the simple “a space or location with meaning” to the more complex “an area having unique physical and human characteristics interconnected with other places.”