Explore the United States through Food

Explore the United States through Food

I enjoy learning about geography. Or more specifically, I enjoy learning about other parts of the world, how people live, what is popular, what is the same as where I've lived, what is different, etc. We live in a world full of rich cultures and experiences. And even...

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Map Activity: Where Do Arctic Animals Live?

Have you ever wondered exactly where the animals in the artic live? Do they all live in one area, spread out, somewhat mingled? Maybe you're just curious which animals are more likely to run into each other. This map activity set is great for research into where the...

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How to Create a Large Map to Paint at Home

How to Create a Large Map to Paint at Home

If you're doing a U.S. State Study or just want to create your own map - this is the perfect project. Get your kids more excited to learn about the states with their own hands-on project. How to Create a Large Map to Paint at Home When we started our U.S. State Study...

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State Trading Cards to Bring Geography to Life

State Trading Cards to Bring Geography to Life

Have you ever taken one of those "Can you name the 50 states" types of tests?  Did you do well?   I've always enjoyed geography, and for the most part, I'm pretty good at naming the states and capitals, and being able to locate the states.  I even know that...

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Hands On Map Unit for Mastering Maps

Hands On Map Unit for Mastering Maps

Do you remember taking geography classes as a kid?  What do you remember from those classes?  The population of Russia?  Who fought on which side on what war?  Which country technically holds claim to Santa's workshop? (I've been told it's Canada...for now) I remember...

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