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Our 50 States
Students identify the location of the 50 states using an interactive map. They practice geography skills by playing a fun game. Pupils become familiar with the state abbreviations for the US states. Students become familiar with the...
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Diversity
Students work in groups to research and prepare an oral report about a region. In this regions lesson plan, students find out about the geography, population, state capitals, and landmarks. Students assign attributes to the...
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US Policy In Somalia
Students investigate the US policy for the country of Somalia. They conduct research using a variety of resources. They locate the country and then discuss major geographical features of the areas. Students discuss the present US...
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People And Places To Know
In this social studies worksheet, students learn pertinent facts about where they live (city, state, country) and who governs them (mayor, governor, president.) Students write their answers on the cards which could be cut apart and used...
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City Life In Europe
Students explore Paris. In this geography skills lesson, students watch "City Life in Europe," and conduct further research on the city of Paris and the country of France. Students create postcards that feature Parisian landmarks.
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Death penalty debate
Students debate the motion, "the USA is right to have capital punishment." Students begin by researching and writing their arguments to support or oppose the motion. After the debate, students vote according to their beliefs.
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Aussie Alphabeticals
High school learners can sharpen their research skills by using the Internet to find the answers to the trivia questions presented in this on-line learning exercise. This focuses on the country of Australia.
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Comparing Distributions
Data distributions can be compared in terms of center, variability, and shape. Two exploratory challenges present data in two different displays to compare. The displays of histograms and box plots require different comparisons based...
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Comparison of Economic Systems
Here is a worksheet in which learners identify and compare economic systems (market, command, mixed, etc.) with 18 fill-in-the-blank questions and a graphic organizer.
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Canada Outline Map
In this blank outline map worksheet, students study the political boundaries of the North American country Canada as well as those of the provinces located there. The capital cities of the provinces are listed.
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Mexico Map
In this blank outline map worksheet, students study the political boundaries of the North American country of Mexico. The capital cities of each state are denoted with stars.
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Central America Outline Map - Labelled
In this Central American political map instructional activity, learners make note of national boundaries and capitals in this region of the world. National capital city locations are noted with stars.
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Mexico and Central America Map
In this blank outline map activity, students study the political boundaries of Mexico and Central America. Each of the counties is labeled and the capital cities are starred.
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The Country of South Africa-Map Activity
In this South Africa map worksheet, learners label given features and places on a blank map. A reference web site is given for additional activities.
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Island Countries
Students define the meaning of an island. In this island mapping lesson, students identify islands on the map. Students discuss the sizes of various islands.
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Asia Crossword
In this geography worksheet, learners complete a crossword puzzle about Asia. The twenty-one questions are about capitals, countries, and terrain.
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North America Puzzle Answer Sheet
In this geography worksheet, students name the capitals of various countries found in North America. They also identify the various weather patterns across the continent and specific bodies of water. There are 21 descriptions and 21...
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Capital Letters
In this capital letters worksheet, students circle letters in sentences that should be capitalized and write their own sentences. Students complete 3 tasks.
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Holidays: Phrases and Places
In this language arts activity, students complete fill-in-the-blank questions and a matching activity that has them match countries with their capital cities, and famous places. There are some good conversation starters in the activity...
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Australia
First graders are introduced to the country of Australia through books, Internet research, maps and music. They listen to stories, watch videos, decorate cookies and participate in an Australian-themed day of activities.
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Let's Play Geography Twister
Pupils practice geography skills by playing a game based on Twister. Students manipulate their position on a map by placing their arms and legs on the appropriate state or country called out by the teacher.
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Geography General Space
Learners use jump ropes to form the state or country of the teacher's choice. When they finish, all students stand around the capital of the state
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Marvelouw Mongolia
Students are able to: tell basic information about Mangolia: locate it on a world map, locate its capital, name the countries surrounding Mongolia, read a Mongolian folk tale, and explore about the balalaika.
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Pacific Islands Crossword
In this geography worksheet, students complete a crossword puzzle about the Pacific Islands. The twenty-three clues are about capitals, countries, and terrain.