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The Great Lakes

For Teachers 3rd - 4th
In this Great Lakes worksheet, learners observe the Great Lakes location on a partial U.S. map, write their names in the acronym HOMES, list them in order from largest to smallest, and identify states that border them. Students write...
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Memorable Maps

For Teachers 2nd - 6th
Students draw an assigned map from memory about the United States or any other region they are studying. In this maps lesson plan, students draw a map from their memory at the beginning of the year, and do the same assignment at the end...
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State to State Scavenger Hunt

For Students 4th - 5th
In this states activity, students utilize the Internet to access one specific website to locate the answers to five fill in the blank statements about the states found on a United States map.
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Know Your US States

For Students 5th - 7th
In this online interactive map worksheet, students examine a map of the United States to find the state number and write the names of the states in the provided boxes.
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17 states

For Students 5th - 8th
In this states worksheet, students label states in the United States that are on the west side of the country. Students label 17 states.
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United States 1860

For Students 5th - 12th
In this United States historical map worksheet, students examine the state and territorial boundaries as well as the large cities of the nation in 1860.
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Mystery State # 41

For Students 5th - 7th
Kids use their deductive reasoning skills, state knowledge, and five clues to determine mystery state #41. They'll follow the clues to locate the mystery state on a US map. Note: This is a warm-up activity, so it includes two short...
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The Four Corners Region of the United States Cultures, Ruins and Landmarks

For Teachers K - 8th
Students who live in the inner city are introduced to the four corners region of the United States. In groups, they examine how the region differs compared to where they live and their culture. They develop maps of the area and locate...
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Spanish Influence in the U.S.

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders research the role of the first Spanish conquistadors who explored the now United States. Using the internet, they gather information on different explorers and write a paper about why he is important in American history. ...
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Rename That State!

For Teachers 3rd - 6th Standards
As Shakespeare famously wrote, "A rose by any other name would smell as sweet," but can the same be said for a state? In this elementary geography lesson, students are assigned specific states to research using the information...
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Mid-Unit Assessment: Research Simulation

For Teachers 8th Standards
As part of a mid-unit assessment, scholars complete a research simulation about food deserts to mimic the research process. Afterward, they engage in a think-pair-share to discuss what they've learned throughout the unit.
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Introduction to the United States Map

For Teachers K - 2nd
Students explore the United States using a map. In this map lesson, students discover how to use a United States map and a globe to locate places.
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United States Map- Continent, Country, State

For Teachers 1st - 4th
Students identify their continent, country, and state on a globe. In this geography lesson, students use a globe to identify the seven continents, the United States, and the state which they live in. Students define key terms.
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United States Map - Lesson 2 Introduction to Symbols

For Teachers K - 2nd
Young scholars explore the United States using a map. In this map lesson, students discover how to use map symbols in order to read maps.
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United States Outline Map

For Students 5th - 12th
In this United States outline map worksheet, students note the political boundaries of the states that are labeled with state capitals.
Organizer
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United States of America Map: Capitals

For Students 4th - 12th
In this United States outline map worksheet, students note the political boundaries of the states that are labeled with postal abbreviation codes as well the labeled state capitals.
Organizer
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United States of America: 1860

For Students 5th - 12th
In this United States historical map worksheet, students examine the boundaries of the states and territories of the nation in 1860. This map is unlabeled.
Organizer
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United States of America: 1860

For Students 5th - 12th
In this United States historical map instructional activity, students examine the boundaries of the labeled states and territories of the nation in 1860.
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Midwestern States

For Students 4th - 5th
For this United States geography worksheet, students study the image of the Midwestern states. Student then label the states with the following choices: Missouri, Iowa, South Dakota, Minnesota, Nebraska, Illinois, North Dakota, Kansas,...
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What State Are You In?

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students identify the major U.S. cities. In this U.S. geography instructional activity, students work in pairs and use game cards to name various cities in the United States.
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What's In a Name?

For Teachers 3rd - 12th
Students examine the origins of the names of U.S. states, focusing on names that were derived from Native American words. They are provided with lists of the names of the 50 states, and then research online or in library resources the...
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Travelogs

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Students make travelog journals to send to acquaintances in other states in order to receive mail in return. They make scrapbooks with the return mail they receive.
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Simple Symbols

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Have your class learn about Texas and the uses of a glyph. After listening to stories about Texas, they identify state symbols and engage in a glyph activity.
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Road to Revolution: How did Actions and Responses Lead to an Independent United States?

For Teachers 6th - 8th Standards
Using primary sources, maps, and an interactive M&M game, young historians examine the American revolution as if they were detectives trying to solve a crime. Resource includes graphic organizers and a final writing prompt to aid...

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