Fourth graders focus on the family's journey from Wisconsin to Kansas and their life there among the Indians.

Third graders explore the Mississippi River and the ways in which it is used by the communities it travels through.

Learners use maps to discover where Puerto Rico is located. In groups, they use the internet to research the vegetation. They also compare and contrast the relationship between the United States and Puerto Rico's government.

Ninth graders investigate the factors that increase soil erosion. They identify how the environment is affected by erosion. In small groups, 9th graders research erosion problems in various locations. Groups brainstorm ideas to help...

Students explore the Underground Railroad.

This site from the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory contains a wide variety of Wisconsin maps. Check out this informative site and learn more about the geographical features of this state.

Here you will find a variety of cool facts about the geography of the state of Wisconsin. Find out the geographic center, total area, elevations and much more.

Provides a blank map of Wisconsin. Teachers will find many uses for this in the classroom. Students will enjoy coloring it and locating different parts of the state.

Online textbook used in an introductory-level college geology course, illustrated and embedded with a variety of media. Suitable for advanced placement courses in the earth and environmental sciences.

Find here a collection of links to information about the state of Wisconsin. Categories include facts, government, geography, education, people, attractions, history, industry, and miscellaneous.

What a terrific site to learn about a variety of aspects of the agricultural industry. You will find bulleted facts on the Wisconsin climate, soil, crops, and animals.

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.

Provides comprehensive information regarding Wisconsin history, famous people, cities, geography, state parks, tourism, and historic sites. A fact sheet of information and a quiz are also available.

Kids learn facts and geography about the state of Wisconsin including symbols, flag, capital, bodies of water, industry, borders, population, fun facts, GDP, famous people, and major cities.

In this learning module, students will explore the world of geography by creating and analyzing maps.

Kids learn about the history and timeline of the state of Wisconsin including early explorers, Native Americans, pioneers, Northwest Territory, and the Black Hawk War.

Keeping vegetation in mind, Koppen's Climate Classification Map is the most widely used system of measuring the combination of precipitation and temperature. This map identifies areas and labels them variations of tropical, dry,...

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.

Provides comprehensive information regarding Wisconsin history, famous people, cities, geography, state parks, tourism, and historic sites. A fact sheet of information and a quiz are also available.

This clickable map of the United States gives students access to research information from history and tourism to attractions and famous historic figures.

[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about three states that all claim to be the home of the burger. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.

Travel Virginia with the Virginia Trekkers, a group of hardy teachers, as they trek around the beautiful State of Virginia! Virtually visit areas of geological and historical significance across the five regions: Appalachian Plateau,...