1. Regions in the United States
Christopher Ingram

2. Content Area: World History/World Geography
Grade Level: 10th Summary: The purpose of this instructional PowerPoint is to educate the students of the regions in the US. Learning Objective: Students will be able to identify the regions in the United States State Standard:WG.16 Locate and analyze physical, economic, and cultural characteristics of world regions: Latin America and the Caribbean, Europe, United States and Canada, North Africa and Southwest Asia, Sub-Saharan Africa, Russia and Central Asia, South Asia, Southeast Asia, East Asia, Australia and the Pacific Islands, and Antarctica. (C, E, G, H, P) ISTE Standard: Research and information fluency TSW apply digital tools to gather, evaluate, and use information.

3. Introduction
The United States is divided into regions. Each region has similar physical features, climates, economy, etc.
We live in the Southeastern region.
Go to the following site to learn more about the regions that make up the United States:
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4. Click on an to learn more about the region.

5. The West Fun Fact 1: Fun Fact 2:
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The West
Go this site to learn more about the Western United States:
Fun Fact 1:
The West is the LARGEST region
In the united States
Fun Fact 2:
The West includes the Pacific Coast, the Rocky Mountains, Great Plains and even some rainforest!
To the Q & A…

6. The Southwest
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Go this site to learn more about the Southwestern United States:
Fun Fact 1:
The Southwest is known for being extremely dry land .
Fun Fact 2:
The Southwest is home to the grand canyon
Fun Fact 3:
The Southwest is where many “Western Films” were shot.
To the Q & A…

7. The Midwest
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Go this site to learn more about the Midwestern United States:
Fun Fact 2:
Part of the Midwest is known as the Manufacturing Belt while another part is known as the “Farm Belt”
Fun Fact 1:
Twinkies were created in the Midwest!
Fun Fact 3:
Four of the five Great Lakes are located in the Midwest.
To the Q & A…

8. The Southeast
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Go this site to learn more about the Southeastern United States:
Fun Fact 1:
The Southeast is the place where country music was born.
Fun Fact 2:
The southeast is also known as the “Bible Belt”
Fun Fact 3:
The people in the southeast region are known for “southern hospitality”
To the Q & A…

9. The Northeast
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Go this site to learn more about the Northeastern United States:
Fun Fact 1:
The Northeast is home to some of the wealthiest states.
Fun Fact 2:
The Northeast is home to Niagra Falls.
Fun Fact 3:
The Southwest is where many “Western Films” were shot.
To the Q & A…

10. Which region do we live in?
Q & A
Which region do we live in?
A. The Western Region
B. The Northeastern Region
C. The Southeastern Region
D. The Midwest
To the Q & A…

11. Correct!

12. Which regions’ climate is best suited for growing crops?
Q & A
Which regions’ climate is best suited for growing crops?
A. Southeast Region
B. Northeast Region
C. Southwest Region
D. Midwest Region

13. Correct!

14. Which region has the most states?
Q & A
Which region has the most states?
A. Southwest Region
B. Western Region
C. Northeast Region
D. Midwest Region

15. Try Again!!

16. Correct!

17. Summary
The student will have learned about the 5 regions of the United States.
The student will have visited sites that provide additional insight into the climate, economy, landscape and culture of each region. They will also have learned some “Fun Facts” about each region.
The Student will be able to identify which region they live in as well some important landmarks that are apart of their region and others.

18. Works Cited
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