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Four Famous Faces

For Teachers K - 1st
Each one of our quarters is embellished with a famous face or image representing the state it came from. This lesson uses South Dakota's state quarter to get kids thinking about monetary value, what the president of the United States...
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New York State Education Department

US History and Government Examination: January 2012

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
What led to the United States Civil War? Interested historians consider a variety of political, social, and economic factors using primary sources and an essay prompt in an authentic high-stakes test. Primary sources include political...
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The Electoral College and the Constitution

For Teachers 7th - 12th Standards
What is the purpose of the Electoral College? Is it antiquated, or does it have a place in today's political climate? High schoolers view a series of video clips as they analyze the parts of the United States Constitution that address...
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Using Different Kinds of Maps

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders explore the landforms and population diversity. They read maps and examine geographic terms. Students create their own map of the United States and answer questions about the location of people. After exploring the map, 3rd...
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Countdown Challenge: Right Angles

For Students 6th - 8th
In this right angle instructional activity, students observe a map of the United States of America. They indicate all right angles on the map by using a right angle symbol. Students list the names of the states and identify the number of...
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Mystery State #12

For Students 4th - 6th
What's better than learning about US geography? Having fun while your doing it! After reviewing each of the five given clues, learners attempt to name the mystery state. A great way to reinforce geography skills and deductive reasoning...
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Mystery State # 24

For Students 4th - 6th
Prepare those brains for a rousing day of learning with a fun geography activity. Your pupils use five different clues to determine the name of mystery state number 24. Where do all those potatoes come from? Idaho!
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United States Map Lesson

For Teachers 1st - 2nd
Students explore basic map skills. In this United States geography lesson, students define "country" and "state," locate their state on a United States map, and identify and trace state boundaries defining their state and surrounding...
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U.S. Political Map

For Students 5th - 6th
In this political map worksheet, students use the map of the United States and the 7 cities to measure the straight-line distance between the cities. Students add the total number of miles traveled and write their answers in the spaces.
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Spy the Flycatcher

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Explore the symbols and special features of Oklahoma. By focusing on Oklahoma's state bird, the flycatcher, learners identify similes, write metaphors, and answer questions about this famous state symbol.
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ESRI

Juneteenth: An American History through Maps

For Students 6th - 12th
An interactive website traces the history of Juneteenth celebrations from their origin in Galveston, Texas, on June 19th to the present day.  Using interactive maps, learners can find information about the African-American...
Organizer
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USA Capitals Map

For Students 5th - 12th
In this United States political map worksheet, students examine state boundaries and locations of each of the state capitals.
Organizer
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US: Western Region Map

For Students 4th - 12th
For this United States Western Region worksheet, students examine the state boundaries and landforms found in this region. The map also highlights each of the state capitals.
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The Fifty States

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students become familiar with the states. They study capitols, mottos, nicknames, and other various details. They create group projects that be presented to the class.
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State Facts

For Teachers 4th - 5th
In this state fact chart worksheet, students are provided with a chart showing all 50 states, their abbreviations, state bird, flower, animal, and the year of statehood. There are also basic facts about each state. The worksheet...
Worksheet
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Mystery State # 28

For Students 6th - 8th
Using clues is a great way to increase deductive and logical reasoning skills. Boost thinking skills while quizzing kids about us geography. They use five clues to determine which state is in question. 
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Mystery State #15

For Students 5th - 7th
Do you know the name of the Badger State? Using five fantastic clues, your super sleuths will determine the name of mystery state number 15. A wonderful way to warm up the class!
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Mystery State # 5

For Students 5th - 6th
Mystery state number five is none other than Utah! Quiz your kids on state knowledge while building deductive reasoning skills. They use each of the five clues to determine the name of the mystery state. A great warm up when studying...
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Mystery State #2

For Students 4th - 6th
Which is the mystery state for today? Using five super clues, your class will work to uncover which state is being described. They'll have no problem remembering facts about Nevada after this fun warm-up activity. 
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Map Study

For Students 3rd - 4th Standards
In this geography worksheet, students study the United States. Students respond to 6 multiple choice questions about the map.
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Max Knows Mexicao, United States and Canada

For Teachers K - 3rd
Students utilize their map skills to explore the regions of North America. They explore the physical characteristics and climates of the regions. Students label their map and prepare a presentation of their findings.
Organizer
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USA Postal Abbreviations Map

For Students 4th - 12th
In this United States political map worksheet, students examine the postal abbreviations of each of the states.
PPT
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States and Capitals

For Teachers 5th
This map skills PowerPoint features an interactive states and capitals game. The object of the game is to identify the capital cities of each of the 50 states. The excellent presentation includes United States maps, game directions, and...
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50 States: New England States

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Learners discover where certain states are located and what the look like. They look for their information on a web site. Each student is assigned a state which they must research then present to the entire class.

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