Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: United States of America
Provides an overview of the culture of the United States. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion,...
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Topo Zone: Free Usgs Topo Maps for the Entire United States
A huge collection of topographic maps for each of the US states. Scroll down to see a map of the United States and click on the state you are interested in. From there, you can search for a particular location, choose a featured map, or...
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Western Washington University: Provinces Not States
A good activity designed to get students thinking about differences between states and provinces. While designed for US students, Canadian students may also find them of use.
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.
US Geological Survey
United States Geoglogical Survey: Resources for Teachers
USGS provides lesson plans, activities, maps, podcasts, online lectures, videos and animations, and lots more. Covers all grade levels.
US Census Bureau
U.s. Census Bureau: Gazetteer Files
The U.S. Gazetteer Files provide a listing of all geographic areas for selected geographic area types. The files include geographic identifier codes, names, area measurements, and representative latitude and longitude coordinates. There...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: United States Virtual Tour Guide
Groups/pairs of students will create a short digital slide presentation and travel brochure on one of the 50 U.S. states. They will do research in encyclopedias/atlases and on the Internet to include information on geography, official...
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Postcards From America: Homepage
This site is provided for by Postcards From America. Hitch a ride on "Harvey the RV," and share the adventures of several teachers as they explore the great United States of America. Their electronic postcards take a quick "snapshot" of...
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...
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New York City: Geography and Origins
Great site describing New York City, its geography and origins, as well as the boroughs.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Us Geography: Mountain Ranges
Kids learn about the mountain ranges of the United States including the Rockies, Appalachians, and Sierra Nevada. Geography of the US.
US Geological Survey
Usgs: South Florida Virtual Tour
South Florida offers ecosystems unknown to the rest of the United States. Follow along with a tour of places like Everglades National Park, Big Cypress National Park and the Florida Keys to investigate these natural wonders.
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...
State Library of North Carolina
N Cpedia: Conservation Movement
The 1960s marked the beginning of a new focus on the environment in North Carolina and throughout the United States. Residents of the state became more concerned with preserving land for ethical reasons and for the sheer aesthetics of...
Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Learner: Interactives: Southeast Tribes
Interactive web site where students can learn about the development of the geography of the United States over the course of history. This section of the site focuses on the original inhabitants of North America, in particular the...
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.
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