Grades 6-8: This course will focus on introductory geography concepts, continents, countries, and landforms before moving to a study of Maryland, the United States, our neighbors in North American and in the western hemisphere. This course is ideal for middle school students. Grades 9-12: This course will focus on current countries and cultures of the western and eastern hemispheres. Geography is often an overlooked subject, yet it is so relevant to a more complete understanding of science and social studies, eventually leading to a better understanding of national and global issues and politics. This course is ideal for high school students.