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  1. Geography

    Jan 15, 2026 · Geography is the study of places and the relationships between people and their environments. Geographers explore both the physical properties of Earth’s surface and the human …

  2. What is Geography? - Education

    Oct 19, 2023 · This cartoon is an introduction into the complex and rich world of geography and geographic education. It acts as a catalyst to thinking about the multi-faceted functions of geography, …

  3. Home - National Geographic Society

    The National Geographic Society is a global non-profit organization committed to exploring, illuminating, and protecting the wonder of our world.

  4. Education | National Geographic Society

    It is one in a series of World Cultures and Geography lessons intended to promote geographic thinking by using maps and spatial patterns to acquire, understand and communicate information.

  5. Our Focus - National Geographic Society

    The National Geographic Society is an impact-driven nonprofit that uses the power of science, exploration, education, and storytelling to illuminate and protect the wonder of our world. Science …

  6. Learn With Us - National Geographic Society

    For more than 137 years, education has been foundational to the National Geographic Society’s mission. We believe that advancing knowledge and inspiring curiosity are essential to understanding …

  7. Aquifers - National Geographic Society

    Oct 19, 2023 · An aquifer is a body of rock and/or sediment that holds groundwater. Groundwater is the word used to describe precipitation that has infiltrated the soil beyond the surface and collected in …

  8. Köppen Climate Classification System - National Geographic Society

    Jul 19, 2024 · Subjects Earth Science, Climatology, Geography, Social Studies, World History Image Koppen Classification Map The Köppen-Geiger system uses colors and shades to classify the world …

  9. All About the Ocean - National Geographic Society

    May 27, 2025 · Subjects Biology, Earth Science, Oceanography, Geography, Physical Geography Photograph Cast-Net Fishing A Hawaiian fisherman uses a cast net. A cast net is usually small …

  10. Globalization - National Geographic Society

    May 29, 2025 · Globalization is a term used to describe the increasing connectedness and interdependence of world cultures and economies.