4FN6 – Geography – United States Part 3: East

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Class Lesson Plan

Objectives:
Explore the geography and landscapes of the Eastern region of the United States.
Understand the significance of different regions and their climates.

Materials:
Whiteboard
Visual aids (map of the United States, images depicting landscapes and landmarks of various regions)

Introduction (2 minutes):

Display the map of the United States and briefly discuss its location and borders.
Explain the objectives of the lesson: to learn about the landscapes, climates, and cultural diversity of the Eastern Region in the USA.

Theocratic Connections:

Discuss significant theocratic events and the advancement of the good news in this region.

Activity 1 – Exploring Regions: East (13 minutes):

By the 16th century, the first settlers from Europe landed on the east coast of the United States. Over time, many settlers established cities there. Many of these cities like New York, Chicago, and Detroit were established between the 16th and 18th centuries.

Explore the landscapes and climates of the Eastern region, including its colder climate and higher precipitation compared to the West. (Some Eastern states are hit with blizzards during the winter months. States on the eastern coasts are also hit by hurricanes.

Discuss the Appalachian Mountains and their role in shaping the geography. Explain that the Appalachian Mountains are a large mountain range that runs through the eastern United States, from North Carolina to Virginia and West Virginia. The Appalachian Mountains are some of the oldest mountains in North America.

Activity 2 – Natural Resources & Culture (13 minutes):

The eastern part of the USA is very densely populated. This means that there are a lot of people living in this area. In fact, the city of New York Has more people living in it than the states Wisconsin, Iowa, Oregon, Kansas, Wyoming, and Vermont combined. New York City was originally a fur-trading post established by the Dutch. Over the centuries, waves of immigrants from all over Europe and beyond made their way to New York, making it one of the most diverse cities on earth. Today, many call New York the financial capital of the country and a cultural melting pot.

Around the middle of the 1800s, the southern states in Eastern USA made most of the world’s cotton and got very rich from it. Cotton was grown on huge plantations, and African slaves brought to America picked it by hand. In 1865, slavery became illegal in the United States. Even though cotton is not as popular as it used to be, it’s still an important crop today. The United States exports more than 35 percent of the world’s raw cotton.

The Eastern part of the US is the birthplace of some of the world’s most popular music. Jazz and blues were based on the songs of Black Americans. Country music began in Kentucky and Tennessee. These styles of music influenced not only the culture of the USA, but also the culture of the entire world.

The eastern part of the United States is home to some of the most iconic landmarks and cities in the world, from the Statue of Liberty to Niagara Falls.

Conclusion (2 minutes):

Summarize the key points of the lesson, including the diversity of landscapes and climates in the Eastern United States.
Reinforce the importance of understanding geographical features and their role in shaping local communities and cultures.
Encourage students to continue exploring the geography of the United States and its significance in the world.

Assessment:

Assess student understanding through participation in discussions, completion of reflection questions, and identification of key geographical features on the map. Evaluate students’ comprehension of key concepts, including states, territories, and regional diversity, through informal observation and discussion.