Travel to Learn US Geography

Travel to Learn US Geography In “Travel to Learn US Geography,” Episode, #185, Meredith Curtis shares ways to teach US geography as if you were on a road trip through each US state and territory highlighting natural wonders, historic landmarks, and interesting people and places. Learn to use mapping, road mapping,  sightseeing, drone videos, cooking, baking, and research to discover our beautiful country. Grab your road map, pack your suitcase, and don’t forget your camera—we’ll see lots of beautiful places! Traveling, even from your family room, is a great way to learn geography the fun way!       Powerline Productions, Inc. Bringing Homeschool Joy to Families Everywhere!   Show Notes Hi! I love to travel. If only I could pack up the minivan and travel from state to state for a year or two. Country Overview * How USA grew * Regions: Landforms, Climate * Farming Road Trip & Packing * If we were going. * Why it’s their favorite class. Regional Overview * Maps – colorful and fun * Mapping * Food, culture, music, landmarks, natural wonders, rivers, lakes Take a Tour * State Description * Places to See * Food, crops, resources, fun things to do Research * Statehood, flower, bird, fun facts * Copy flag – make it beautiful Road Mapping * Lost skill with GPS * Where roads go and how they meander * g. Interstate highways (S to N even) (W to E odd) Cooking & Baking * I dish or meal from each region * Kids LOVE this! In Class Online US Geography course at True North Homeschool Academy Use God Bless the USA Exploring States & Territories God Bless the USA State Capitals & Abbreviations * Videos (esp Drone, travel, adventure) * Games * Questions: “What do you notice about this state flag (seal, capitol, coin, stamp) * Photo of Map Shape: “Give me the capital and abbreviation) US Geography Online Class Jr High US Geography Sign up for our Newsletter Sign up for our updates and get your copy of 100 Homeschool Hacks FREE. Sign up here.       US Geography Resources