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| Missouri Regions: Ozark Mountain |
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Description:
| These sites are about the Ozark Mountain region in southwest Missouri. Find out which famous Civil War battles took place here. The region is also noted for its lakes and the major tourism town of Branson. View Laura Ingall Wilder's home, take a virtual tour of the Precious Moments Chapel, and learn about other fun destinations. Other towns in the area include Springfield, Carthage, and Republic. Includes a link to an eThemes Resource that provides an overview of Missouri's different regions. |
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Grade Level:
| 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 |
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Resource Links:
| BransonMissouri.com
This site has information about the history and attractions in Branson, Missouri. Explore the links above and at left. NOTE: This site has advertisements.
Shepherd of the Hills
Learn the history of this popular novel by Harold Bell Wright. There is also information about the production and the inspiration tower, which provides a good view of the Ozark Mountain region. Click on "Video Clips" for four short movies. NOTE: This site has a link to an online store and the "Popular Links" page has external links to businesses.
Silver Dollar City
This is the official site for Silver Dollar City, an amusement park. View pictures of the rides and send an electronic postcard.
Branson 4 Kids
This site has many links to musical shows and other activities in Branson as well as nearby sites. NOTE: Many of these links are for commercial sites, so teachers should preview before sharing in class.
Dickerson Zoo
Explore the official site for Springfield's Dickerson Zoo. Read about the white alligator that will be at the zoo during summer 2002. Click on "Exhibits" to see photographs of other animals.
Missouri Sports Hall of Fame
Click on "Online Tour" to learn more about the exhibits at this Springfield museum.
Wilson's Creek National Battlefield
This location is where the first major Civil War battle west of the Mississippi took place. Click on "In-Depth" to learn more.
Battle of Carthage State Historic Site
Visit the site of a historic Civil War battle that the South won. This page has minimal information now, but more may be added in the future.
Table Rock State Park
Read about the activities available at Table Rock State Park. Click on "General Information" to read the history of the location.
Big Sugar Creek State Park
Learn about this southwest Missouri nature area. Click on "General Information" to read about the plants and birds that live there.
Roaring River State Park
Read about this popular place for trout fishing. Click on "General Information" to learn the history of the location.
Missouri Conservationist
This article is about "The Saga of Lake Taneycomo." Read about this popular recreation and fishing location.
Carthage, Missouri
Read about the history of Carthage, Missouri. Click on the links at the bottom to read more about different eras.
George Washington Carver National Monument
This is a thorough site that has information about George Washington Carver's life and the national monument named after him. You can see photographs of the trail as well as read about the products he made from peanuts.
Carthage, Missouri
This is a magazine article about the town of Carthage, Missouri.
Springfield, Missouri
This is a magazine article about the town of Springfield, Missouri.
eThemes Resource: Missouri Regions: An Overview
These sites have information about the different regions in Missouri. Learn more about the history, economy, population statistics, natural resources, state parks, and historical sites in each region. Many links include maps of the regions. Soon to come are links to eThemes Resources focusing on each of the 10 regions in Missouri.
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Education Standards:
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MO Standards:
1.1, 1.2, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7, 1.8, 1.10, 2.1, 2.7, 1, 3, 4, 2, 7
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