Fremont Unified School District
4th Grade California Relief Map Project
Bring life to your next California geography lesson with this great project! Learners design a three-dimensional wall relief map of California, painting and decorating regions using a variety of materials and labeling major geographical...
Curated OER
Where in California is Amelia?
Students find Amelia somewhere in California. In this geography lesson plan, students learn about the regions of the state where different crops grow and see how they are produced with the help of many families like Amelia’s
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The 50 States and its Holidays
Though the format of this ELL lesson is confusing (the standards listed are for plate tectonics, yet the objectives are for American geography and holidays), a teacher could glean some ideas from the main idea. Here, pupils complete a...
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Ocean Life Mural
How many oceans can you name? First, have learners try to name as many oceans as they can, and then have them locate and identify the oceans on a world map. They create a recognizable ocean animal using poster board and tissue paper....
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Water Features - Lesson 2 - U.S. Political Map Grade 4-5
Students locate water features on maps. In this geography lesson, students complete worksheets that require them to identify water features on a U. S. political map.
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Wappo Indians: Animals They Hunted
Third graders examine the hunting and foraging practices of the Wappo tribe. They discover Wappo words for food and determine which animals still live in Napa County. They research the diet, habits and homes of these animals.
Nature Conservancy
Nature Conservancy: California, Protecting the Golden State
Explore the rich habitats and natural beauty of the California landscape in this interactive video.
Nature Conservancy
Nature Conservancy: California
Explore the rich habitats and natural beauty of the California landscape in this interactive video.
Ducksters
Ducksters: California State History for Kids
Did you know California's history included early explorers, Native Americans, the Gold Rush, and the Bear Republic? Learn about the history and timeline of the state of California on this site.
Agriculture in the Classroom
National Agriculture in the Classroom: A Look at California Agriculture [Pdf]
Use this one-page PDF document for a concise summary of the agricultural industry in Calfornia. Learn about the state's climate, soil, crops, and animals in short, easy-to-read bulletted lists.
Schools of California Online Resources for Education
Score: Your Mission: The Last Mission
This PBL unit has students research existing California missions to find what they have in common looking at geography, native people, natural resources. Then, using their information, students work in groups to create their own final...
ClassFlow
Class Flow: Pacific Coast Region
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart is one in a series of flipcharts about the different regions of the US. Facts and links to websites included on the Pacific Region.