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Colorado's Major Rivers and Watersheds

Exploring Colorado's Physical Geography and Terrain

3rd Grade·Social Studies·US-CO-SS

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Trace the paths of the Colorado, Arkansas, South Platte, and Rio Grande rivers across the state.

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Exploring Colorado's Physical Geography and Terrain

3rd Grade · Social Studies · US-CO-SS

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Interpret physical, topographic, and thematic maps to analyze Colorado's landforms, elevation, rivers, and watersheds.

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SS.4.2.1Colorado Social Studies Standards · All ages

Use geographic tools to research and answer questions about Colorado geography.

SS.4.2.2Colorado Social Studies Standards · All ages

Examine the relationship between the physical environment and its effect on human activity.