Curated OER
States of Fitness
Learners participate in physical activities coordinating to divisions on a map.
Curated OER
Geological Forces and Topography
Students discuss and research the Earth's geological processes. In this geology activity, students study maps of Utah and the United States to learn about geological features. Students then complete the research cards for each area of...
Curated OER
Troical Atlantic Aerosols
Learners explore the effect aerosols have upon he weather and climate. They observe NASA satellite images to explore and draw conclusions about aerosol transport. From studying the images, students track the path of aerosols. They...
Curated OER
Lincoln Home National Historic Site
Learners investigate the community in which Lincoln and his family lived and explore how the citizens felt about him. The national issues that inspired Lincoln to act decisively in politics and that propelled him to the White House are...
Curated OER
Creating a Thematic Map Using S'COOL Data
Students observe weather patterns, collect data, and make a weather predictions for various locations on a map.
NSTATE
The Geography of West Virginia
Here you will find a variety of cool facts about the geography of the state of West Virginia. Find out the geographic center, total area, elevations and much more.
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Agriculture in the Classroom
National Agriculture in the Classroom: A Look at West Virginia Agriculture [Pdf]
What a terrific site to learn about a variety of aspects of the agricultural industry. You will find bulleted facts on the West Virginia climate, soil, crops, and animals.
University of Texas at Austin
Ut Library: Perry Castaneda Maps of West Virginia
A collection of West Virginia maps, including city maps and maps of national parks, monuments, and historic sites.
Johns Hopkins University
The Johns Hopkins University: West Virginia State Maps
This site from The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory contains a black and white map, a county map, a satellite image map, a shaded relief map. Check out West Virginia's landforms.
Cayuse Canyon
The Us50: West Virginia
Explores interesting information regarding West Virginia history, famous people, cities, geography, state parks, tourism, and historic sites. A fact sheet of information and a quiz are also available.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Weird Wonderful West Virginia
With this learning module of videos, students will be able to discuss and examine recreation, history, exceptional individuals and groups, geography, the arts, and oddities in West Virginia. This content is appropriate for anyone with an...
Other
West Virginia Division of Natural Resources
Provides extensive information about West Virginia and its natural resources, including wildlife and hunting and fishing regulations.
Ducksters
Ducksters: United States Geography for Kids: West Virginia
Kids learn facts and geography about the state of West Virginia including symbols, flag, capital, bodies of water, industry, borders, population, fun facts, GDP, famous people, and major cities.
Ducksters
Ducksters: West Virginia State History for Kids
Kids learn about the history and timeline of the state of West Virginia including early explorers, Native Americans, pioneers, splitting from Virginia, and the Civil War.
50 States
50 States: West Virginia (Wv)
Find here a collection of links to information about the state of West Virginia. Categories include facts, government, geography, education, people, attractions, history, industry, and miscellaneous.
Other
West Virginia Office of Mhs & T: West Virginia Coal Mining Facts
The history and economy of the mining industry in West Virginia are presented.
Kidport
Kidport: United States of America Geography
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.
Curated OER
West Virginia State Flag
Explores interesting information regarding West Virginia history, famous people, cities, geography, state parks, tourism, and historic sites. A fact sheet of information and a quiz are also available.
SMART Technologies
Smart: Geography Unit: Maps
This geography unit is designed to follow the 1st Grade geography skills required in Virginia. Students are expected to use cardinal directions, read map keys and understand map symbols, as well as identify our city and capital.
Read Works
Read Works: Life as a Country Girl
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text explaining what it is life to live in the rural mountains of West Virginia. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
A&E Television
History.com: The States
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.
Cayuse Canyon
The Us50
This clickable map of the United States gives students access to research information from history and tourism to attractions and famous historic figures.
Other
Mali: Ancient Crossroads of Africa
Very thorough web site featuring a guide for teaching the history, geography, and economics of the early West African empire of Mali. By clicking on the links on top, you will uncover a wealth of resources providing information,...