Northeast Region Mapping Challenge - US States, Capitals & Landforms

These engaging map activities feature the Northeast region of the United States. First, students examine physical and political maps of the Northeast 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:

• Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Vermont, New York, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Rhode Island, New Jersey, Connecticut, Delaware

Landforms:

• Appalachian Mts, Adirondacks, Green Mountains, White Mountains, Catskills, Allegheny Plateau, Cape May, Cape Cod, Long Island, Delaware Peninsula, Martha’s Vineyard

Bodies of Water:

• Potomac River, Delaware River, Hudson River, Connecticut River, Kennebec River, St. Lawrence River, Atlantic Ocean, Lake Erie, Lake Ontario, NJ/NY Harbor, Massachusetts Bay, Niagara Falls

Capital Cities:

• Washington, DC, Portland, Maine, Burlington, VT, Manchester, NH, Boston, MA, Bridgeport, CT, Newark, NJ, Wilmington, DE, Baltimore, Maryland, Albany, NY, Philadelphia, PA, Providence, RI

Microsoft and Google Compatible

Aligned with Social Studies Standards: CCSS, TEKS, ELPS & NCSS

Grades: 4-8

Time: 90 minutes

Pages: 21