Lesson 1: Exploring the Basic Geography of the United States Time Allocation: 45 minutes Resources Needed: Map of the United States, markers, colored pencils Introduction: Show the map of the United States and discuss its size, location, and neighboring countries. Development: Have students locate and label major cities, rivers, and mountains on the map. Discuss the different regions of the United States (Northeast, Midwest, South, West). Conclusion: Review key points about the geography of the United States. Assessment: Students will complete a worksheet labeling key geographical features of the United States.

Lesson 2: Facts about Washington, D.C. Time Allocation: 30 minutes Resources Needed: Pictures of Washington, D.C., fact sheets about the city Introduction: Introduce Washington, D.C. as the capital of the United States. Development: Have students identify and write down at least 3 facts about Washington, D.C., such as famous landmarks, government buildings, and historical significance. Conclusion: Discuss the importance of Washington, D.C. as the seat of the U.S. government. Assessment: Students will present their 3 facts about Washington, D.C. to the class.

Lesson 3: Famous Landmark in the United States Time Allocation: 40 minutes Resources Needed: Pictures of famous U.S. landmarks, information cards Introduction: Introduce the concept of landmarks and their significance. Development: Show pictures of famous U.S. landmarks outside of Washington, D.C. and have students identify and learn about 1 landmark in detail. Conclusion: Discuss the importance of landmarks in preserving history and culture. Assessment: Students will create a short presentation on their chosen U.S. landmark.

Lesson 4: Creating a Tour Guide for the United States Time Allocation: 60 minutes Resources Needed: Brochures, travel magazines, markers, colored pencils Introduction: Explain the purpose of a tour guide and its importance in providing information to tourists. Development: Divide students into groups and have them research and create a tour guide for a tourist planning on visiting the United States. Include information on attractions, food, culture, and activities. Conclusion: Each group will present their tour guide to the class and discuss their favorite parts about the United States. Assessment: Assess the creativity and accuracy of the tour guides created by each group.