Today’s episode of CNN Student News leads off with a segment about the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. The segment contains some aerial footage as well as map footage of the areas affected and potentially affected if the oil slick continues to expand. As always CNN has furnished printable maps and discussion guides to accompany your classroom use of CNN Student News.

Here are some related items that may be of interest to you:
The Day the Water Died – Examining the Exxon Valdez Oil Spill
Where Does Oil Come From?
Understanding the Water Cycle