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Where We Live
Students forecast future population growth of the U.S. Virgin Islands. In this U.S. Census lesson plan, students explain the factors that influence population density on the U.S. Virgin Islands, including geography and economic activity.
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Making Plans
Young scholars gain an understanding of the U.S. Census. In this civic lesson plan, students use real-life problem-solving skills and census data to choose a site for new school.
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Inform the Community
Students gain an understanding of the U.S. Census. In this social studies civics lesson plan, students explore understand the link between the census and the availability of community services.
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U.S. Quiz Questions
In this ESL United States learning exercise, middle schoolers answer a set of 25 questions about the United States. The answers to each question are written beneath each.
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Why We Count
Students visualize census data on a map and use a map key to read a population map. In this census lesson, students use a map of the Virgin Islands and corresponding worksheets to gain an understanding of population density.
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Lesson 2: Mapping Sub-districts
Students learn more about the census. In this mapping sub-districts lesson plan, students visualize census data on a map, use a map key to read a population map, and better understand the concept of population density.
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Past Meets Present
Third graders examine coins to become familiar with architectural structures. In this past meets present lesson, 3rd graders research and complete worksheets on Guam. Students combine their group research into pieces of the...
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How We Elect a President in the United States
In this United States government instructional activity, students learn how a president is elected in the United States. They then answer the 11 definition questions and complete an activity in which they create a platform for a...
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North American Flags Quiz
In this online interactive country flag quiz worksheet, students examine the 19 pictured North American country flags and select the appropriate country names to match the flags. Students may submit their anwers to be scored.
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Treasure Hunt!
Learners follow directions on a worksheet to follow directions on a map of the United States and Territories of the United States. In this directions worksheet, students use a compass rose and learn the directions.
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Venetian Carnival Masks
Students investigate the history of the Venetian Carnival and the use of the carnival masks in French and Italian traditions. Masks are then created noting the emphasis non fantasy, stylization, and abstraction features.
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States and Territories
In this United states instructional activity, 5th graders read a short script pertaining to the states and territories. Students complete 10 fill in the blank questions and self check this online interactive instructional activity.
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Geography of Puerto Rico - Review Questions
In this geography of Puerto Rico worksheet, students answer short answer questions about facts of geography in Puerto Rico. Students complete 10 questions.
Central Intelligence Agency
Cia: World Factbook: Virgin Islands
This resource from the CIA World Factbook provides a detailed fact sheet of U.S. Virgin Islands. The content covers the territory's geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, and transnational...
Library of Congress
Loc: America's Story: u.s. Ownership of Virgin Islands
Some houses today cost the same as the Virgin Islands! Learn about the history of the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: United States Virgin Islands (United States)
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of U.s. virgin islands, including its geography, natural resources, history, government, economy, and much more. Maps and images are also included, along with sources used to create the entry.
World InfoZone
World Info Zone: Us Virgin Islands
Great reference tool that is full of useful information about the US Virgin Islands in the Caribbean. Content includes: geography, environment, architecture, religion, food, history, economy, arts, sports, and news. Be sure to look at...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Culture of United States Virgin Islands
Provides an overview of the culture of the United States Virgin Islands. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education,...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Multicultural America: Virgin Islander Americans
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Virgin Islander Americans. (Note: Content is not the most current.)
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Us Virgin Islands
Great reference directory for finding information on the US Virgin Islands in the Caribbean. Content includes background details, a country profile, and numerous links to comprehensive information on this island nation's culture,...
University of Texas at Austin
Perry Castaneda Library Map Collection: u.s. Maps
At this site find any type of map on the U.S. and any of its states here. Great site for teachers to print out maps to use in the classroom.
Scholastic
Scholastic: 2010 Census: For Kids
Play these fun learning games to uncover facts about the United States you might have never known or download a great story/coloring book for students to learn more about the U.S. Census. Educational resources are also available for U.S....
Ducksters
Ducksters: United States Geography for Kids: Virgin Islands
Kids learn facts and geography about the state of Virgin Islands including symbols, flag, capital, bodies of water, industry, borders, population, fun facts, GDP, famous people, and major cities.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Geography for Kids: Virgin Islands
Kids learn about the geography of the Virgin Islands on this site. Study the history, capital, flag, climate, terrain, people, economy, and population.