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Central Intelligence Agency

Cia: World Factbook: United States

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource from the CIA World Factbook provides a detailed fact sheet of United States. The content covers the country's geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues. It...
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Kidport

Kidport: United States of America Geography

For Students 3rd - 5th
This site contains a fun way to learn about the states within the United States. Click on the state that you want to learn more about and it provides facts, geographic landmarks, points of interest, major industries, a quiz and more.
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Other

National Atlas of the United States

For Students 9th - 10th
The National Atlas of the United States provides comprehensive information collected by the Federal Government and delivered through interactive maps. Select from a variety of scientific, societal, and historical information to be...
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Ducksters

Ducksters: Word Search: United States Geography

For Students 1st - 9th
A fun word search game with terms from United States geography. Play online or print out a version for use in class or at home.
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World Atlas

World Atlas: United States of America

For Students 9th - 10th
A comprehensive guide to the United States of America including a variety of maps, statistics, facts, and information on history, geography, flags, symbols, travel, and much more.
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: United States of America

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the culture of the United States. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion,...
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A&E Television

History.com: The States

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn unique facts about each American state. You can also read a more in-depth history of each state, watch videos and play a game about all the states.
Unit Plan
Georgia Department of Education

Ga Virtual Learning: World Geog: North America: The United States and Canada

For Students 9th - 10th
World Geography learning module on the United States and Canada explores similarities and differences in the population, climate, resources and evolution of the two countries.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: United States Geography: Regions

For Students 1st - 9th
Kids learn about the geographical regions of the United States including the northeast, southeast, Midwest, southwest, and west.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: United States Geography: Lakes

For Students 1st - 9th
Kids learn about the major lakes of the United States including the Great Lakes, the Great Salt Lake, Crater, and Tahoe. Geography of the US.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: United States Geography: Rivers

For Students 1st - 9th
Kids learn about the major rivers of the United States including the Mississippi, Missouri, Rio Grande, Colorado, and the Hudson. Geography of the US.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: United States Geography: Deserts

For Students 1st - 9th
Kids learn about the major deserts of the United States including the Mohave, the Sonoran, the Chihuahuan, and the Great Basin Desert. Geography of the US.
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Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: Regions of the United States

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
This lesson provides a variety of activities for the student to become aware of the regions in our country. They will learn the geography and natural resources and how these influence the way of life of the people living in a region.
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Other

Topo Zone: Free Usgs Topo Maps for the Entire United States

For Students 9th - 10th
A huge collection of topographic maps for each of the US states. Scroll down to see a map of the United States and click on the state you are interested in. From there, you can search for a particular location, choose a featured map, or...
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Culture of United States Virgin Islands

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the culture of the United States Virgin Islands. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education,...
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Read Works

Read Works: Three Symbols of the United States

For Teachers K - 1st
[Free Registration/Login Required] Three main symbols of the United States are provided in this informational text: The Liberty Bell, the American flag, and The White House. " Early readers can use the visual cues to help them comprehend...
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ClassFlow

Class Flow: How Well Do You Know the United States?

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart works with the map of the United States and asks students to complete activities identifying the states. A brief student assessment component is included.
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US Census Bureau

United States Census Bureau: Quick Facts: Virginia

For Students 9th - 10th
At this site from the U.S. Census Bureau you can discover facts about Virginia from the results of the census. Quickfacts includes numbers on population, business, and geography.
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Encyclopedia of Earth

Encyclopedia of Earth: Northern Marianna Islands (United States)

For Students 9th - 10th
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of Northern Marianna Islands (United States), including its geography, natural resources, history, government, economy, and much more. Maps and images are also included, along with sources...
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Encyclopedia of Earth

Encyclopedia of Earth: Navassa Island (United States)

For Students 9th - 10th
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of Navassa Island (United States), including its geography, natural resources, history, government, economy, and much more. Maps and images are also included, along with sources used to...
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Encyclopedia of Earth

Encyclopedia of Earth: United States

For Students 9th - 10th
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of United States, including its geography, natural resources, history, government, economy, and much more. Maps and images are also included, along with sources used to create the entry.
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Encyclopedia of Earth

Encyclopedia of Earth: Wake Island (United States)

For Students 9th - 10th
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of Wake Island (United States), including its geography, natural resources, history, government, economy, and much more. Maps and images are also included, along with sources used to create...
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Encyclopedia of Earth

Encyclopedia of Earth: Guam (United States)

For Students 9th - 10th
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of Guam (United States), including its geography, natural resources, history, government, economy, and much more. Maps and images are also included, along with sources used to create the entry.
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Encyclopedia of Earth

Encyclopedia of Earth: American Samoa (United States)

For Students 9th - 10th
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of American Samoa (United States), including its geography, natural resources, history, government, economy, and much more. Maps and images are also included, along with sources used to...

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