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Oklahoma
In this geography worksheet, students read a 2 page selection detailing the location, history and early statehood of Oklahoma. They answer 10 true or false questions based on the reading.
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United States Map Quiz
In this online interactive geography quiz worksheet, students respond to 50 identification questions about the shapes of countries shown. Students have 5 minutes to complete the quiz.
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Texas Location Word Search
In this Texas location worksheet, students identify, locate and label twenty six significant Texas locations on a Texas map. Students also complete a word search containing the twenty six key locations.
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LIFE ON THE MISSISSIPPI PAST AND PRESENT
Third graders explore the Mississippi River and the ways in which it is used by the communities it travels through.
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Can You Hear Me Now?
Young scholars explore the industry involving communication and put communication devices into activities. In this communication lesson plan, students put items into chronological order, review primary sources, compare and contrast...
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A Tough Nut to Crack
Children, based on a set of criteria, evaluate the quality of pecans. They research recorded history of pecan trees as well as how their seeds moved across western Missouri into southeastern Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas and Mexico. In...
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America Moves Out!
First graders analyze the events of early American exploration. This is a unit resource for teachers in which there are six lessons about the American Western exploration and expansion. Within each lesson there are objectives, materials,...
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Rice Farming in Texas
Third graders explore how rice farming came to Texas. In this rice farming lesson, 3rd graders discover the history of how farmers began to grow rice in the United States. Students color code maps and create a timeline for rice farming...
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Resources and Trade Flow
Young scholars plan for a service project. In this service activity, students determine the materials they will need to complete their service project. Young scholars discuss possible trade flows into the United States.
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Africa's Climatic Regions
Students are introduced to the different climates and vegetation of Africa, and compare them to similar climatic regions found in the United States.
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Where is Rice Grown?
Fifth graders create a timeline of the development of rice as an important crop. In this agricultural history lesson, 5th graders read about the history behind why rice was grown and where it is grown. Students demonstrate their learning...
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States of Fitness
Young scholars participate in physical activities coordinating to divisions on a map.
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The Heartland
Students note how personal perceptions influence the understanding of what a region. They look at an agricultural map of what is considered to be the Heartland of the US. They read the words to George Strait's, America's Heartland to see...
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Encyclopedia of Arkansas: Geography and Geology
An overview of the geography and geology covering the landscape of what is now the state of Arkansas.Both have had important influences on the history and cultural development of Arkansas.
A&E Television
History.com: Arkansas
Take a detailed look at the state of Arkansas! From its earliest history and peoples, to present day facts which include population, climate, geography, plants and animals, economy, government, cultural life, sports and recreation,...
Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University: Arkansas State Maps
Learn more about the Arkansas' geography through the maps at this website from the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory. These maps give in depth information on the landforms found in Arkansas.
Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University: Arkansas State Maps
Learn more about the Arkansas' geography through the maps at this website from the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory. These maps give in depth information on the landforms found in Arkansas.
Cayuse Canyon
The Us50: Arkansas
Offers excellent information regarding Arkansas's history, cities, geography, state parks, tourism, historic sites, and more. A fact sheet of information and a quiz are also available.
NSTATE
Netstate.com: The Geography of Arkansas
Quick facts about the geography of Arkansas including land area, highest and lowest points, elevations, lakes, rivers, regions, and climate.
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Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism: Arkansas Virtual Regional Map
Take a virtual tour of Arkansas by clicking on each of its major regions .. the Ozarks, River Valley, Central, Delta, Timberlands, and the Ouachitas region. Terrific photos, video clips, maps, and descriptive information is included for...
Agriculture in the Classroom
National Agriculture in the Classroom: A Look at Arkansas Agriculture [Pdf]
Use this site to learn about a variety of aspects of the agricultural industry. You will find bulleted facts on the Arkansas climate, soil, crops, and animals.
Ducksters
Ducksters: United States Geography for Kids: Arkansas
Kids learn facts and geography about the state of Arkansas including symbols, flag, capital, bodies of water, industry, borders, population, fun facts, GDP, famous people, and major cities.
Kidport
Kidport: United States of America Geography
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.