WHERE IN CALIFORNIA ARE WE? By Glenn Morgan, William Benjamin, Amanda Lane & Aaron Daniel.

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WHERE IN CALIFORNIA ARE WE? By Glenn Morgan, William Benjamin, Amanda Lane & Aaron Daniel

Four Main Regions of California Central Valley Coast Desert Mountains

Central Valley Climate Plant & animal life Natural features Natural resources Tourist attractions Industries

Coast Climate Plant & animal life Natural features Natural resources Tourist attractions Industries

Desert Climate Plant & animal life Natural features Natural resources Tourist attractions Industries

Mountains Climate Plant & animal life Natural features Natural resources Tourist attractions Industries

Differences How are the four regions different? –Climate –Industries –Natural Features

Similarities How are the four regions alike? –Animal & Plant Life –Natural Resources –Tourist Attractions

Other Cool Facts About California’s Regions Geography Most Populated Region People Counties

Comprehension 1. What are the four major regions of California? 2.What is a natural resource you could find in the desert? 3. What is the climate like along the coast? 4.Name a tourist attraction that is in the mountains. 5.What is a major industry in the Central Valley? 6.Which of the four regions is your favorite? Why?

Works Cited Bobs Graphics (pencil bar) Color Landform Atlas of the United States (county map) Desert Quest (kids line) Discovery School: Clip Art Gallery (student with thinking cap)