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See all the wonderful things Allison Floyd has made

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Use the map below.
Is Canada located North or South of the United States?
Describe where central America is located.

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Directions: 1. Color Canada PURPLE 2. Color Greenland GREEN 3. Color The United States RED 4. Color Mexico YELLOW 5. Color Central America ORANGE 6. Color the Oceans LIGHT BLUE 7. Color Lakes and...

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Where is Death Valley located?
What is the climate like?

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Death Valley Facts for Kids | KidzSearch.com

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Death Valley is a valley in the U.S. state of California. It is the hottest, driest, and lowest place in North America. It is a desert southeast of the Sierra Nevada mountain range. Death Valley is a part of the Mojave Desert. It is the most important part of Death Valley National Park.

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Use the U.S. exports map.
List 3 major exports from the U.S.
How many states export precious stones/metals?

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The U.S. economy is diverse, with strengths in many different industries. This diversity ultimately strengthens the economy and makes it more resilient to shocks. A map of the top exports from each state illustrates this diversity.

As a follow up to a previous blog post on state imports, we decided to look at the most exported products from each state. The map above summarizes the results of our analysis of export data from U.S Census Bureau. At first glance, there are a lot of states exporting aircraft, and to a lesser extent trucks and cars. There are also a large number of states exporting natural resources and refined fuel. Finally, there are a handful of states exporting food, medical supplies, and electronic components.

Clearly, many states are heavily dependent on revenue from aircraft exports. The U.S. is home to large number of aircraft manufacturers and, as you know, aircrafts are expensive! So, it is not surprising that aircrafts represent the highest value export for many states. Most of the exported aircrafts went to China, Japan, France, the U.K., and the U.A.E.

Similarly, natural resources and fuel play a big role in the U.S. economy. Texas and Illinois export a huge amount of gasoline/petroleum because they both have an enormous oil refining capacity (everything IS bigger in Texas). Texas exported a whopping $33,943 million in petroleum products in 2014. Other states such as North Dakota, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Montana focus mainly on mining and extracting fuel in the form of crude oil or coal, and do not have the same refining capacity as Texas or Illinois.

Colorado, Nebraska, South Dakota, and Iowa comprise the breadbasket of America, while Maine supplies the fresh lobster to the masses. Iowa and Virginia export a large amount of corn and soybeans, which are often used as animal feed and, in the case of corn, for biofuels. Within the electronics exporters, the top exports are computer chips, phones, and miscellaneous electronics. Interestingly, needles are Minnesota's largest export. Minnesota exports needles and other medical products to Canada (its largest market) and to other countries such as China and Mexico.

As the map shows, the U.S. economy is diverse. This is good news for Americans because it makes the economy more resilient to supply or demand shocks in certain commodities.

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The Top Exported Good in Each State, in One Map

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What state in the U.S. is the Grand Canyon located in?
How deep is the Grand Canyon?
What river runs through it?

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Where is Niagara Falls located?
How was it formed?
Can Niagara Falls produce power for electricity?

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Niagara Falls Facts for Kids

Enjoy our fun Niagara Falls facts for kids. Learn interesting information about the Niagara Falls including where they are found, how many visitors see them every year, how tall they are, how they are used to produce electricity and much more. Read on to find out everything you've ever wanted to know about the amazing Niagara Falls!

The Niagara Falls are located on the border of Ontario, Canada and New York, USA.

The Niagara Falls are made up of 3 waterfalls, the American Falls, the Bridal Veil Falls and the Horseshoe Falls.

The Horseshoe Falls are the largest and the Bridal Veil Falls the smallest.

The 3 waterfalls combine to produce the highest flow rate of any waterfall on earth.

The largest vertical drop is over 165 feet (50 metres).

The Niagara Falls were created by glacier activity around 10000 years ago.

The Niagara Falls are a source of hydropower, producing large amounts of electricity.

Hydroelectric stations in the area divert less water during the summer when tourist numbers are high, ensuring a spectacular flow of water for visitors.

The Niagara River drains water from Lake Erie into Lake Ontario.

At the current rate of erosion, scientists believe that the Niagara Falls will be gone in around 50000 years, luckily you still have time to see them!

It is illegal (and not very smart) to go over the Niagara Falls.

A number of people have tried it anyway, some survived, some were injured and some were killed.

The first tightrope walker to cross the Niagara Falls did so in 1859.

In 2012 Nik Wallenda became the first person to cross the Niagara Falls by tightrope in 116 years. He did so after receiving permission from both the Canadian and United States governments, although he was required to carry his passport and present it on entry to the Canadian side of the falls.

The Niagara Falls have long been a popular tourist destination, boosted by a number of movies featuring the falls and even a daring performance by famous Illusionist David Copperfield in 1990.

Goat Island sits in the middle of the Niagara Falls, between Horseshoe Falls and Bridal Veil Falls.

A monument dedicated to Serbian-American inventor Nikola Tesla sits on Goat Island.

The Niagara Falls are visited by around 30 million people every year.

The Niagara Falls State Park is the oldest state park in the United States (1885).

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Fun Niagara Falls Facts for Kids - Interesting Information about the Niagara Falls

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What natural resources do the Appalachian Mountains have?
How many states do these mountains go through?

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The Appalachians span over a distance of 1,600 miles, ranging across 14 states, right from Newfoundland in the North, to Alabama in the South. The Appalachians are the oldest chain of mountains in...

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How many states does the Mississippi River lie in?
How long is the Mississippi River?

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Enjoy our awesome range of Earth facts for kids. Check out the cool trivia and have fun learning about some of our planet's most amazing features.

Mississippi River Facts

Enjoy these fun Mississippi River facts for kids. Learn about how long the Mississippi River is, what states it goes through, its history, famous events and more. Check out our range of interesting facts about the Mississippi River.

The length of the Mississippi River is approximately 2,320 miles (3,730 km), slightly shorter than the Missouri River.

The Mississippi and Missouri Rivers combine to form the longest river system in the USA and North America. It is also the fourth longest in the world.

At its widest point, the Mississippi River stretches out over 7 miles (11 km) in width.

The Mississippi River lies in the following ten US states: Louisiana, Mississippi, Arkansas, Tennessee, Kentucky, Missouri, Illinois, Iowa, Wisconsin and Minnesota.

The Mississippi River has had strong historical significance in the USA from Native American tribes through to European explorers, the American Civil War, the Great Mississippi Flood of 1927 and its modern commercial uses.

The first bridge built across the Mississippi River was in 1855 with the first railroad bridge finished a year later in 1856.

Martin Strel, a Slovenian swimmer who is famous for swimming the length of entire rivers conquered the Mississippi over 68 days in 2002.

Many of Mark Twain's famous stories are related to or take place near the Mississippi River, this includes the well known 'Adventures of Huckleberry Finn'.

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Mississippi River Facts for Kids - Interesting Facts about the Mississippi River

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Enjoy our awesome range of Earth facts for kids. Check out the cool trivia and have fun learning about some of our planet's most amazing features. Mississippi River Facts Enjoy these fun Mississippi River facts for kids. Learn about how long the Mississippi River is, what states it goes through, its history, famous events and more.

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Using the map, identify at least 3 states in the Southeast region.
Identify two states in the Southwest.

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Studying in US - a Guide about Studying Abroad in US

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There are dozens of ways that organizations split up the United States into specific regions. Sports teams do it one way, the government does it about ten different ways, and some Americans don't even know what region they live in. In this article, we're going to take a brief look at the nine regions of the United States as they are divided by the United States Census Bureau.

Pacific Region

The Pacific region is one of the nine regions as determined by the Census Bureau. Five states are part of this region: Alaska, California, Hawaii, Oregon, and Washington. These are the only states that have any borders on the Pacfiic Ocean. This region is considered to be a subregion of the Western United States, but is divided from the Mountain States because of vast differences in climate and ideologies between the two subregions. Many students will travel to the Pacific Region due to the diversity and perceived "open-mindedness" of this region.

The Mountain States

The Mountain States are another region as determined by the Census Bureau. The name for this region comes from the proximity of the Rocky Mountain range to each of these states. In some cases, these states are further separated into the Northwest Mountain States (Idaho, Montana, Wyoming) and the Southwest United States (Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado, Nevada, Utah). These states have higher elevations than anywhere in the United States. Several of the Mountain States have excellent schools that many international students consider attending.

The East North Central Region

The East North Central region contains Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, and Wisconsin. Many people will refer to this area and its West North Central counterpart as the "Midwest" region of the United States. Historically, many of these states were part of the Northwest Territory. This region also borders on the Great Lakes, which makes the region a bit more temperate (it has four seasons, unlike other regions of the United States). This region is known for being one of the more inexpensive areas in the country to live, work, and/or study.

West North Central Region

The West North Central region consists of Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, and South Dakota. The Mississippi River separates the West North Central region from its eastern counterpart. Many of the states in the West North Central region have rich farmland, and that has helped to develop the nickname "the Heartland." The West North Central region is a popular location for students to live because of the low unemployment rates and abundance of affordable housing.

New England

New England is the northeastern corner of the United States; there are six states in this region (Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Rhode Island, Connecticut). New England was part of the original 13 colonies that became the United States after the Revolutionary War. The earliest English settlements were located in this region (around Boston, Massachusetts). This region is historically rich and has a number of excellent universities that you can choose from. Unfortunately, it is one of the more expensive areas of the United States to reside, but that should not discourage you from studying in the New England region.

Mid-Atlantic Region

The Mid-Atlantic region of the United States is located in the "middle" of what is referred to as the East Coast. There is some debate (depending on the source) as to what is included in this region, but traditionally, these states are Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Washington D.C., New York, Virginia, and West Virginia. The Mid Atlantic is considered to be the "stereotypical American" region due to its influence on culture, commerce, trade, industry, and innovation. This region is also incredibly diverse, which makes it an ideal place for an international student to consider.

South Atlantic Region

The South Atlantic Region consists of the following states: Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina. It is one of the regions that is considered to be part of "the South." This region has a warmer climate than its North Atlantic counterparts. The South Atlantic Region has a lot of places that are popular with international students, especially in the state of Florida, where many international students will consider studying.

East South Central States

The East South Central States, along with the South Atlantic and the West South Central States, are considered to be part of "the south." These states include Alabama, Kentucky, Mississippi, and Tennessee. This region is referred to as "Old Dixie" by several books. This region is known as being part of the core of the Civil Rights Movement in the United States, and all four of these states are very similar in topography and culture. There are several high-quality universities in the East South Central region that international students consider for their education.

West South Central States

The last region we will discuss is the West South Central region. Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, and Texas are the four states that make up this region. This region is incredibly diverse, especially in Texas, and many of the residents of this region are "traditional southerners." Many of these people have independent spirits and much of the culture reflects that mindset. There are several excellent universities in this region that people from all over the world attend for both undergraduate and graduate programs.

As you can see, each of these regions is unique in terms of geography, history, culture, and education. This will be very important to understand when determining where in the United States you want to study. In this guide, we will do our best to give you an overview of what you can expect throughout the United States, instead of trying to focus on each region individually.

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Regions of the United States - Studying in US - a Guide about Studying Abroad in US

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Locate Knoxville, Los Angeles, Memphis, Nashville, Miami, Seattle, New York, and Washington D.C. on the map. What state(s) are each of these cities in?
Which cities (of the above list) are located in the West?

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United States Map - Nations Online Project

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Map of the United States of America, showing mainland USA with states, capitals and major cities.

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What region is California located on the map?
What region is Virginia located in?

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Kids learn about the geograhical regions of the United States including the northeast, southeast, midwest, southwest, and west.

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CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.3.1
Ask and answer questions to demonstrate understanding of a text, referring explicitly to the text as the basis for the answers.

Social Studies

3.18 Identify and locate on a map: Canada, Mexico, Central America, Cuba and the 50 states of the U.S. (G)
3.20 Identify on a map major cities of the continent (Charleston, Chicago, Knoxville, Los Angeles, Memphis, Mexico City, Miami, Montreal, Nashville, New York, Seattle, Washington D.C.). (G, TN)
3.21 Locate the states that comprise the regions of the United States. (G)
3.22 Identify major physical features on a map (G, TN): • Rivers – Colorado, Cumberland, Mississippi, Missouri, Ohio, Rio Grande, St. Lawrence, Tennessee • Mountains – Alaska Range, Appalachian, Cascade, Rockies • Bodies of Water – Arctic, Atlantic, Great Lakes, Great Salt Lake, Gulf of Mexico, Hudson Bay, Niagara Falls, Pacific • Deserts – Death Valley, Great Basin • Landforms – Grand Canyon, Caribbean Islands
3.24 Interpret a chart, graph, or resource map of major imports and exports. (E, G)

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This Land is Your Land. This Land is Our Land.

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This Land is Your Land. This Land is Our Land.