Illinois

Illinois is a state located in the Midwestern region of the United States. It is the 6th most populous state and is known for its diverse economy, rich history, and cultural significance.

Geography

Illinois is bordered by Wisconsin to the north, Iowa and Missouri to the west, Kentucky to the south, and Indiana to the east. The state also has a western border with the Mississippi River and a northeastern border with Lake Michigan. The capital city of Illinois is Springfield.

History

Illinois has a rich history, with early Native American settlements and later European exploration and colonization. The state played a significant role in the westward expansion of the United States and was a key area for trade and transportation in the 19th century.

Economy

Illinois has a diverse economy, with major industries including agriculture, manufacturing, technology, and finance. The state is known for its production of corn, soybeans, and livestock, as well as its manufacturing of machinery, processed foods, and transportation equipment.

Culture

Illinois is home to a vibrant cultural scene, with a rich tradition of music, art, and literature. The state is also known for its sports teams, including the Chicago Bears (NFL), Chicago Bulls (NBA), and Chicago Cubs (MLB).

Study Guide

What are the neighboring states of Illinois?
Which river forms the western border of Illinois?
What is the capital city of Illinois?
What are the major industries in Illinois?
Name one famous sports team from Illinois.

◂Social Studies Worksheets and Study Guides Fifth Grade. Middle Western Region US

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Middle Western Region US

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Middle Western Region US

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Middle Western Region US

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Middle Western Region US

The resources above cover the following skills:

National Curriculum Standards for Social Studies (NCSS)

TIME, CONTINUITY, AND CHANGE

SOCIAL STUDIES PROGRAMS SHOULD INCLUDE EXPERIENCES THAT PROVIDE FOR THE STUDY OF THE PAST AND ITS LEGACY.

KNOWLEDGE - Learners will understand:

The origins and influences of social, cultural, political, and economic systems.

PEOPLE, PLACES, AND ENVIRONMENTS

SOCIAL STUDIES PROGRAMS SHOULD INCLUDE EXPERIENCES THAT PROVIDE FOR THE STUDY OF PEOPLE, PLACES, AND ENVIRONMENTS.

KNOWLEDGE - Learners will understand:

Concerts such as: location, region, place, and migration, as well as human and physical systems.

The concept of regions identifies links between people in different locations according to specific criteria (e.g., physical, economic, social, cultural, or religious).

Patterns of demographic and political change, and cultural diffusion in the past and present (e.g., changing national boundaries, migration, and settlement, and the diffusion of and changes in customs and ideas).

PROCESSES - Learners will be able to:

Ask and find answers to geographic questions related to regions, nations, and the world in the past and present.

National Center for History in Schools (NCHS)

World History Content Standards

Era 8: A Half-Century of Crisis and Achievement, 1900-1945

The search for peace and stability in the 1920s and 1930s.

The student understands the interplay between scientific or technological innovations and new patterns of social and cultural life between 1900 and 1940.