UNIT 3: The South
Chapter 5: Atlantic Coast and Appalachian States
Chapter 5, Lesson 1 : Settling the Region
Lesson 1 Summary This lesson explains how physical features created both obstacles and opportunities for settlers of the Atlantic Coast and Appalachian region. It discusses how settlers in the region eventually moved inland. Landforms and other physical features still affect where people live in different regions across the United States today. Lesson Instructions: Click the button below to watch and interact with this lesson's Ted.ed video. |
Chapter 5, Lesson 2 : People Use Natural Resources
Lesson 2 Summary This lesson explains how people in the Atlantic Coast and Appalachian states use natural resources. It describes the jobs in the region based on these resources, and it tells about various ways the region's coal deposits and rivers are used. Every region in the United States has certain resources that help make its economy unique. Lesson Instructions: Click the button below to watch and interact with this lesson's Ted.ed video. |
Chapter 5, Lesson 3: Cities Grow and Industries Change
Lesson 3 Summary This lesson explains how new kinds of industries have helped the cities of the Atlantic Coast and Appalachian states grow. It discusses how industries such as shopping, trade, manufacturing, technology, service, and tourism have affected the region's economy. New industries in the Atlantic Coast and Appalachian region provide many products and services that people use every day. |
Chapter 5, Lesson 4: National Parks Around the World
Lesson 4 Summary
This lesson describes national parks in Africa, China, Australia, and Mexico. It explains that different parks have different purposes, including conserving natural resources, protecting wildlife, and preserving cultural sites. National parks are a way that people can preserve land, water, wildlife, and history for future generations. Lesson Instructions: Click the button below to watch and interact with this lesson's Ted.ed video. |