1. The Mission The company you work for is expanding to the countries to the north and south of the United States. As an important member of this company you are allowed to choose in which country you will work and live. 1111 2222 3333 6666 5555 4444 Next These materials are © 2007 Mrs. V. Kane, West Street School, all rights reserved.

2. Information Sources Atlas Countries of the World 1111 2222 3333 6666 5555 4444 Next These materials are © 2007 Mrs. V. Kane, West Street School, all rights reserved.

3. The Student Activity Navigate the websites to locate information about the two countries. 1. Using the map label the United States, and the countries to the north and south of the United States. Color the countries different colors.map 2. Using the chart prepare a poster to describe the climate, major physical characteristics and major natural resources of the two countries.chart 3. Write an essay using the information above and what you know to choose one country to move your business to. Be sure to support your decision with facts from your research. 1111 2222 3333 6666 5555 4444 Next These materials are © 2007 Mrs. V. Kane, West Street School, all rights reserved.

4. Assessment Prepare a presentation to present to the company’s board of directors. Include your map, chart, essay and any other pictures or information to support your decision to move to the country of your choice. 1111 2222 3333 6666 5555 4444 Next These materials are © 2007 Mrs. V. Kane, West Street School, all rights reserved.

5. Student Support Materials The following are excellent sites about Mexico: Mexico Atlas Mexico: History, Geography, Government, and CultureMexico: History, Geography, Government, and Culture Mexico 1111 2222 3333 6666 5555 4444 Next These materials are © 2007 Mrs. V. Kane, West Street School, all rights reserved. The following are excellent sites about Canda: The Atlas of Canada Canadian Climate Canada's Cities and Provinces Natural Resources Canada

6. Teacher Support Materials Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks History and Social Science 4.17 On a map of North America, locate Canada, its provinces, and major cities. 4.18 Describe the climate, major physical characteristics, and major natural resources of Canada and explain their relationship to settlement, trade, and the Canadian economy. 4.23 On a map of North America, locate Mexico and its major cities. 4.24 Describe the climate, major physical characteristics, and major natural resources of Mexico and explain their relationship to the Mexican economy. 1111 2222 3333 6666 5555 4444 These materials are © 2007 Mrs. V. Kane, West Street School, all rights reserved. End Connections to English Language Arts Grades 3 and 4 Reading and Literature, Standards 8 and 13: Understanding an Informational/Expository Text and Nonfiction  Locate facts that answer a reader’s questions.  Summarize the main ideas and supporting details.  Identify and use knowledge of common textual features (paragraphs, topic sentences, concluding sentences, glossary). Composition, Standards 19 and 24: Writing and Research  Write brief summaries of information gathered through research.  Write a brief explanation of an informational text using evidence from the text for support.  Define the need for information and formulate open-ended research questions; initiate a plan for searching for information; locate resources; evaluate the relevance of the information; interpret, use, and communicate the information; evaluate the research project as a whole.

7. Name_________________ Directions: 1. Get a copy of this page from your teacher. 2.Color the Northern Country one color. 3.Color the United States a second color. 4.Color the Southern country a third color. 5.Label the countries with their correct names. 6. Divide and label the provinces of the northern country. Back

8. Canada Climate Major Physical Characteristics Major Natural Resources Mexico Climate Major Physical Characteristics Major Natural Resources Name: Fill in the following chart with the information you learn from your research. You may need to draw more boxes or copy the chart onto another piece of paper. Back