Curated OER
Regions of the US: Gulf Stream, States and Their Capitals
Fifth graders identify one way of dividing the US into geographical regions and then consider alternate ways of doing the same. They locate each of the fifty states and their capitals on a map. They research the Gulf Stream region.
Curated OER
The Expansion of The United States, 1846-1848
Young scholars interpret historical maps,identify territories acquired by the United States in the 1840s. Also they identify states later formed from these territories. The primary sources for the lesson are the maps found in the...
Curated OER
Latin America: Places and Regions
Seventh graders create a Latin American portfolio in the form of a country presentation using PowerPoint software. They use their knowledge of geographic concepts to interpret maps, globes, charts, diagrams, and timelines.
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Effects of the Spanish Conquest
Fifth graders read and research the effects of the Spanish Conquistadors on the New World. Then they break into small groups and play a game of Jeopardy, using the facts that they have learned.
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States of Fitness
Students participate in physical activities coordinating to divisions on a map.
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3-D Posters
Students work in small groups to create 3-D posters to discourage throwing trash away and encourage recycling.
Curated OER
Arsenic Contamination: Water Filtration
Students work in groups to design a filtration process that will separate clean water from polluted water. They organize data in tables or graphs and present their findings to the class. Students identify further safety protocols that...
Curated OER
The Rooster Who Went to His Uncle's Wedding
Second graders read and discuss the story "The Rooster Who Went to His Uncle's Wedding" in the Scott Foresman series. They summarize the story. They understand the influence of Latin American Folktales. They complete a quiz on the story.
Geographic
Mexico Geography Index
This homepage provides links to descriptions of the geography of Mexico.
A&E Television
History.com: New Mexico
Take a detailed look at the state of New Mexico! From its earliest history and peoples, to present day facts which include population, climate, geography, plants and animals, economy, government, cultural life, sports and recreation,...
University of Texas at Austin
Perry Castaneda Library Map Collection: Mexico Maps
This site provides a wealth of maps relating to the country of Mexico.
Library of Congress
Loc: Mexico: Climate and Environment
This site has detailed information on the climate and environment of Mexico. It discusses environmental problems such as flooding, erosion, and soil destruction as well.
Other
Welcome to New Mexico
The official site for the state of New Mexico includes information on living and working in New Mexico, education, services, government, and agencies.
Other
Didactalia: Mapas Interactivos: Physical Relief of Mexico
Explore the map of Mexico and try to identify the types of landforms. Available in multiple languages.
Central Intelligence Agency
Cia: World Factbook: Mexico
This resource from the CIA World Factbook provides a detailed fact sheet of Mexico. The content covers the country's geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues. It includes...
Country Studies US
Country Studies: Mexico
Outstanding outline from the Library of Congress covering important aspects of Mexican history, geography, society, economy, government, and national security.
NSTATE
The Geography of New Mexico
Here you will find a variety of facts about the geography of the state of New Mexico. Find out the geographic center, total area, elevations and much more.
InterKnowledge Corp.
Geographia: Mexico Introduction
Explore the magical world of Mexico. Learn about the history and culture of this diverse country as well as tour the country through pictures.
Lizard Point Quizzes
Lizard Point: Mexico: Federal States Quiz
Try this interactive geography quiz which tests your knowledge about the federal states of Mexico.
National Geographic Kids
National Geographic Kids: Mexico
Click-through facts-and-photo file about Mexico's geography, nature, history, people and culture, and government. Includes a map of the country that pinpoints its North American location and a video about the spectacular Copper Canyon in...
Climate Zone
Climate in Mexico
Tables for the different climate regions in Mexico show the average monthly temperature, rainfall and snowfall in this North American country. General geographical information and a map are also included.
Adventure Learning Foundation
Adventure Learning Foundation: Mexico: Geography and Climate
A thorough description of Mexico's geography and climate. Also provided is a temperature (C and F) converter, and links to other geography-related website concerning Mexico.
Agriculture in the Classroom
National Agriculture in the Classroom: A Look at New Mexico Agriculture [Pdf]
What a terrific site to learn about a variety of aspects of the agricultural industry. You will find bulleted facts on the New Mexico climate, soil, crops, and animals.
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