In Search of Virginia's Regions

For this West Virginia worksheet, students read 12 words in a word bank that pertain to the state of West Virginia. Students find the words in a word search puzzle.

Look for 11 words associated with Thomas Jefferson and his life in a simple Jefferson-themed word search. It includes words like Monticello, Louisiana Purchase, George Clinton, and Thomas Jefferson.

Students research the landmarks of West Virginia. In this West Virginia lesson, students read about landmarks, historic places, and historic markers in the West Virginia Encyclopedia. They work in groups of 3 and teach their fellow group...

Sixteen of our southern states are hidden in this basic word search. Learners must find words that are hidden in every way possible within the search - even backwards! Luckily, an answer key does accompany this resource.

Students investigate the statehood of West Virginia. In this lesson on statehood, students use primary sources to examine the separation of Virginia from Wes Virginia. The lesson incorporates a field trip as a means to put knowledge into...

The different geographic regions of the United States are the focus of this instructional activity. Learners research each of the five regions and create a PowerPoint presentation on each one. They discover how to effectively search for...

Students describe the life of a Native American tribe native to their area. They form small groups and visit stations in the classroom to read about various Native American tribes. They write journal entries and draw pictures of the...

Fifth graders review Virginia’s five regions and discuss and describe what they look like while viewing a slide show. In this Virginia geography lesson, 5th graders discuss characteristics and land features of Virginia's regions and sort...

In this geography worksheet, 5th graders identify the regions of the state of Virginia and sort them according to location. Then 10 questions focus upon the specifics of different regions.

How has the African American population changed over the years? Learners use charts, statistical data, and maps to see how populations in African American communities have changed since the 1860s. Activity modifications are included to...