US Geography Intro Lesson - United States Map Skills Practice | Print & Digital

This fun lesson explores U.S. geography by challenging students to examine different types of maps of the United States. The activities are engaging for students, and the guided 5-E format is easy for you to use! Everything you need is included!

Begin by introducing key vocabulary, then track down “Fugitive Stickman” with a mental mapping warm-up. Fill-in notes accompany the lesson. Next, your class examines different types of US maps with an “Investigate” activity. Students create detailed maps of the United States using only absolute and relative location clues. Finally, check for understanding with an exit ticket quiz.

What's Included:

• Guided Lesson Slides
• Fill-in Notes
• Map Skills Activities
• Teacher Story Script
• Exit Ticket Quiz
• Answer Keys
• Teacher Guide

Vocabulary:

Mental Map, Compass Rose, Cardinal Directions, Intermediate Directions, Locations, Appalachian Mts., Rocky Mts., Sierra Nevada, Mississippi River, Rio Grande, Missouri River, Colorado River, Great Lakes, Pacific Ocean, Atlantic Oceans, Great Salt Lake, Florida Peninsula, Great Plains, Coastal Plains, Washington DC, Washington State, New York City, Hawaii, Alaska, Los Angeles, Denver, Mojave Desert, Canada, Mexico, Central Lowlands

Aligned with Social Studies Standards:

• CCSS, TEKS, ELPS & NCSS

Total Pages:  55

Time:  1 Hour

Grades:  4-10