Illinois - Games and Puzzles
This section of MrNussbaum.com features Illinois and United States-themed geography games.
Where in the USA is Mr Nussbaum?
Description: This United States geography game challenges students to identify the state locations of as many USA Landmarks, Capitals, or Cities as possible in two minutes. Students can choose from the three aforementioned categories.
Not Boring Jeopardy - United States Regions
Description: This is a "jeopardy" like game on U.S. regions. It's super fun for classrooms, individuals, or small teams, totally customizable. Uncheck "teams take turns" to make it more exciting for kids.
State History Rater
Description: This activity allows students to compare and evaluate the histories of up to four states at a time. Students rate the significance of ten historical events for each state on a scale of one to ten (the events are explained). Whichever state has the highest score wins the "race" and has the most important history.
