This interactive map of Africa contains links to country maps which provide information such as, population, flag, language, capital, industry, and agriculture.

In this lesson, the students will learn of Africa's geographic diversity after answering the questions and locating its geographic features. The students will have a visual picture of these features by viewing them on the Internet.

This interactive map of Asia contains links to country maps which provide information such as, population, flag, language, capital, industry, and agriculture.

Students will illustrate how the use, conservation or depletion of natural resources affects an area. They will also show how people "return to nature" hoping to find inspiration that will help them cope with the stresses of their everyday lives.

Students will attempt to build a sod house by making choices regarding the construction of their house. Too many wrong answers and the house will collapse! This engaging and lighthearted activity will help students understand the challenges settlers faced while trying to survive on the open prairie.

Students will learn about life on the coast of North Carolina and the various aspects of the culture of the people who grew up there.

This article describes the characteristics that distinguish Arizona from other regions such as it was the last of the connected states to join the union. Arizona has a very dry climate and is known for its cactus plants. Click on links for additional information.

This article describes the characteristics that distinguish Arkansas from other regions. Arkansas is the only state in which diamonds have been mined, although today the mine operates only as a tourist attraction. Click on the links for additional information.

This article describes the characteristics that distinguish Colorado from other regions. It is most closely associated with the Rocky Mountains and has numerous peaks over 14,000 feet. Today, Colorado is known for its vast cattle ranges, agricultural acreage, and snow-covered mountains that are ideal for winter sports. Click on the links for additional information.

This article describes the characteristics that distinguish Connecticut from other regions. One of the original 13 states, Connecticut is known as the "Constitution State." Click on the links for additional information.

This article describes the characteristics that distinguish Delaware from other regions. Delaware is one of the most industrialized states, known for its chemical research. Dover is the capital. Click on the links for additional information.

This article describes the characteristics that distinguish Florida from other regions. Called the "Sunshine State," Florida is known for its balmy, sunny weather and beautiful beaches. Ponce de Leon, in search of the elusive fountain of youth, was the first European to explore Florida. Click on the links for additional information.

This article describes the characteristics that distinguish Georgia from other regions. During the Civil War, the fall of Atlanta was a crucial turning point in the defeat of the South. Today, Atlanta, which became Georgia's capital in 1868, is a thriving city. Click on the links for additional information.

This article describes the characteristics that distinguish Hawaii from other regions. Hawaii is a group of volcanic islands in the central Pacific Ocean that together became the 50th state in 1959. Click on the links for additional information.

This article describes the characteristics that distinguish Idaho from other regions such as it is probably best known for its potatoes. Idaho has a rugged landscape with some of the largest unspoiled natural areas in the country. Click on links for additional information.

This article describes the characteristics that distinguish Illinois from other regions. Named for the Illinois Indians, Illinois became the 21st state in 1818. Click on the links for additional information.

This article describes the characteristics that distinguish Indiana from other regions. Indiana is a state of mostly small towns and midsize cities. Its largest city and capital is Indianapolis, where the nation's most famous auto race, the Indianapolis 500, is held each year. Click on the links for additional information.

This article describes the characteristics that distinguish Iowa from other regions. Although it is sometimes called the "Corn State," Iowa really is a breadbasket for the U.S., with 90 percent of its land devoted to farming. The main products are corn and hogs. Click on the links for additional information.

This article describes the characteristics that distinguish Kansas from other regions. Known as the "Sunflower State," Kansas became the 34th state in 1861. Within Kansas's borders is the magnetic center mark for all of North America. Click on the links for additional information.

This article describes the characteristics that distinguish Kentucky from other regions. Daniel Boone and other frontiersmen settled in Kentucky, the "Bluegrass State," in 1769. Click on the links for additional information.