Physical Geographic Regions Of Texas Lesson Plan for 5th Grade Example Students

Topic: Physical Geographic Regions of Texas

Objectives & Outcomes

• Students will be able to identify the physical geographic regions of Texas.
• Students will be able to create a map of the physical geographic regions of the United States and label major urban areas, rivers, and major landforms on the map.

Materials

• Pencils
• Pen
• Eraser
• Calculator
• Map of the United States
• Map of Texas
• Markers or crayons

Warm-Up

• Have students look at a map of the United States and ask them to name the physical geographic regions they see.
• Then, have them look at a map of Texas and ask them to name the physical geographic regions they see.

Direct Instruction

• Show students the physical geographic regions map of the United States and explain the importance of understanding the physical characteristics of the different regions in the United States.
• Explain the different regions and their corresponding physical characteristics, such as the Appalachian Mountains and the Great Plains.
• Show students how to use the physical geographic regions map of the United States as a reference and how to draw a textbox for each region on their own map.

Guided Practice

• Have students work in pairs and use the map as a reference to draw a textbox for each region on their own map.
• As a class, discuss the physical characteristics of each region and compare them to the ones listed on the map.

Independent Practice

• Have students create their own physical geographic regions map of a state or territory they are familiar with.
• Students should use the resources provided and their own research to find physical characteristics of each region and create a textbox for each one on their map.

Closure

• Have students share their maps with the class.
• Have a class discussion about the importance of physical geographic regions in understanding the geology and climate of a specific area.

Assessment

• Observe students during the independent practice activity to ensure they are accurately creating the physical geographic regions map and labeling the map elements.
• Review the maps for completeness, accuracy, and understanding of the importance of physical geographic regions.