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National Atlas of the United States
The National Atlas of the United States provides comprehensive information collected by the Federal Government and delivered through interactive maps. Select from a variety of scientific, societal, and historical information to be...
Library of Congress
Loc: Mapping the National Parks
A rich and historically significant collection of maps of various national parks throughout the United States. Features special sections on Yellowstone, Acadia, the Grand Canyon and the Smoky Mountains. Includes historical photographs of...
HotChalk
Hot Chalk: Lesson Plans Page: Edible Geography
Lesson that helps students understand geography of states by creating an edible map of the state, using real food to indicate parts of the state.
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National Atlas
This site is excellent for mapping. You can create ANY kind of map you need. Select all kinds of layers: agriculture, biology, boundaries, climate, history, and more, and then select the geography. It does take some time to figure out...
National Geographic
National Geographic: Introduction to Latitude and Longitude
In this lesson, students learn to determine the latitude and longitude of locations within the United States, while making observations about climate and the ways in which these measurements can be useful. Includes maps and discussion...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Dream Vacation
This unit teaches young scholars to plan a trip with an itinerary, remain within a budget, and work cooperatively. It is a technology-based project that combines a study of mathematics, economics, geography, and social studies.