Southeast US Map Challenges - Regions of the United States Geography Activities
These engaging map activities feature the Southeast region of the United States. First, students examine physical and political maps of the Southeast to solve clues about US geography. Then, a drag-and-drop challenge assesses their learning of the region’s states, capitals, bodies of water, and landforms. The easy-to-follow instructions make these activities a fun way to integrate mapping into your curriculum. Say goodbye to bored students simply copying from textbooks to label maps! Everything you need is included!
Digital Resources:
- 4 Map Clues Activities
- 4 Map Challenge Activities
- Answer Keys
- Teacher Guide
States:
- North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia, Georgia, Florida, Arkansas, Louisiana, Alabama, Tennessee, Mississippi, Kentucky
Landforms:
- Coastal Plain, Everglades, Mississippi Delta, Piedmont, Tidewater, Cape Canaveral, Cape Hatteras, Appalachian Mts, Great Smokey Mts, Blue Ridge Mts, Cumberland Plateau
Bodies of Water:
- Mississippi River, Tennessee River, Ohio River, Arkansas River, Chattahoochee River, Straits of Florida, Lake Okeechobee, Chesapeake Bay, Tampa Bay, Gulf of America, Atlantic Ocean
Capital Cities:
- Raleigh, North Carolina, Columbia, South Carolina, Richmond, Virginia, Charleston, West Virginia, Atlanta, Georgia, Tallahassee, Florida, Little Rock, Arkansas, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Montgomery, Alabama, Nashville, Tennessee, Jackson, Mississippi, Frankfort, Kentucky
Microsoft and Google Compatible
Aligned with Social Studies Standards: CCSS, TEKS, ELPS & NCSS
Grades: 4-8
Time: 90 minutes
Pages: 21