1. Travelin’ California By: Mrs. Mansfield June 26, 2007

2. Where am I? I live in the city of Rancho Cucamonga wwp.greenwichmeantime.com www.theus50.com Rancho Cucamonga is in the state of California The USA is on the North American Continent, in the North Western Hemisphere. California is in the country, United States of America (USA)

3. California’s Regions California has four natural regions –Coastal Region Follows the coast line, along the Pacific Ocean –Desert Region Hot and dry region, with a lot valleys –Mountain Region Covers more than half of California –Central Valley Productive farming region © Harcourt, Inc www.mhschool.com

4. What’s happening in California? California has a lot of history! There are major landmarks to see, a variety of places to go, and many things to do! dgital.blogspot.com

5. 21 Missions There are 21 missions in California across the coast. These missions were started in 1769 by Father Junipero Serra. www.cabrillo.edu/.../files/missions.gif

6. San Diego San Diego is home to many historical sites. Including Mission San Diego de Alcalá's. San Diego is the second largest city in California, and is located in the southern most part of the state, sharing a border with Mexico. www.resortvacationstogo.com

7. Los Angeles Los Angeles has many places to see, it is the largest city in California! It is famous for its entertainment history. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Image:LosAngeles06.jpg

8. Santa Barbara

9. San Francisco www3.nationalgeographic.com

10. Sacramento

11. Gold Country Coloma is the place where gold was discovered in 1749. Many people came to California in hopes of becoming rich, this started the California Gold Rush. www.realestateeldoradoco.com

12. Survey of #1 Hot Spots

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