Today's lesson focused on the geography of Isreal. Mercer read material that provided details about Israel's diverse topography consisting of a lengthy coastal plain, highlands in the north and central regions, and the Negev desert in the south. Running the country's length from north to south along its eastern border is the northern terminus of the Great Rift Valley. He watched a video clip that showed facts about the Dead Sea and the details of how it is used with such salty water. Mercer discussed interesting facts about its salty water and how you couldn't sink because the salted water keeps you afloat. He spent the remainder of class learning fun facts about types of water in the oceans worldwide. Mercer was on task.