Western Region Mapping Challenge - US States, Capitals & Landforms

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

• Colorado, California, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Wyoming, Hawaii, Alaska

Landforms:

• Great Basin, Rocky Mts, Sierra Nevada, Alaskan Range, Cascade Range, Coastal Ranges, Aleutian Islands, Columbia Plateau, Colorado Plateau, Mojave Desert, San Joaquin Valley

Bodies of Water:

• Arctic Ocean, Bering Sea, Gulf of Alaska, Pacific Ocean, Great Salt Lake, Columbia River, Colorado River, Sacramento River, San Joaquin River, Snake River, Missouri River

Capital Cities:

• Denver, Colorado, Sacramento, California, Boise, Idaho, Helena, Montana, Carson City, Nevada, Salem, Oregon, Salt Lake City, Utah, Olympia, Washington, Cheyenne, Wyoming, Honolulu, Hawaii, Juneau, Alaska

Microsoft and Google Compatible

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

Grades: 4-8

Time: 90 minutes

Pages: 21