Explore the diverse geography of North America in this comprehensive unit designed for grades 6–8. Students investigate major landforms, countries, and cultural regions through structured lessons that support cross-curricular learning goals.
Each lesson includes:
Guided mapping and spatial awareness activities
Notebooking pages and narration prompts to reinforce understanding
Vocabulary-building games and reflection-based assignments
Optional “Level-Up” tasks to extend learning for advanced students
This unit introduces students to North America’s geographical complexity and serves as a stepping stone for global studies in future units.
Required resource: A Child's Introduction to the World: Geography, Cultures, and People Optional read-aloud: Me, Frida, and the Secret of the Peacock Ring by Angela Cervantes
