Abstract:
Suggests site to help students learn about other states and regions of the United States.

Standard
Social Studies - 6050-0103-5th Grade
Students will learn about the regions of the United States.
Keywords: States, Reports, Flowers, Flags.
Submitted by: Cindy Jenkins

Learning Outcomes
The students will write a report on their assigned state.

Background
The teacher should visit the site (http://www.50states.com/) beforehand to assure that the information there is appropriate for your students.

Materials

Introduction

Instructional Procedures
1. Students visit the web site and record the traditional facts (flag, flower, statehood, etc.)

2. Students will also include in the report facts not commonly known or an important event in the history of the state.