Economy of the Midwest

1. 3 TERM
INDICATOR 2
ECONOMY AND
LANDMARKS OF
THE MIDWEST

2. • ECONOMY AND LANDMARKS OF THE
MIDWEST
• Objective:
To recognize the general and specific
characteristics of a region as an instrument
to value the cultures as brothers created by
God.
• Learning Objectives:
• Uses the characteristics of the Region like
the economy and landmarks as element to
value the virtues of each.

3. • Biblical principle:
• Philippians 3:20
• For our citizenship is in heaven, from which
we also eagerly wait for the Savior, the Lord
Jesus Christ.

5. GEOGRAPHY OF THE NORTH CENTRAL
REGION

6. Economy of the Midwest Region
The Midwest Region could be called the "Land
of Farms." It is one of the most important
farming areas in the United States.

7. The region's climate makes it perfect for
farming. The Midwest also has fertile,
deep soil.
The Midwest Region has three main
areas or belts that contain certain types of
crops.

8. 1. The Corn Belt is in the eastern part of
the region. Iowa and Illinois are the leading
corn crop producers. Corn is also grown in
western Ohio, Indiana, Missouri,
Minnesota, and Nebraska. Once the corn is
harvested, it is used for different products.

9. 2. The Wheat Belt is found in the Great Plains.
Kansas and North Dakota produce the most wheat
in the region. The wheat is ground into flour. The
flour is then used in products like pasta, cakes, and
bread.

10. 3. The Dairy Belt. Minnesota, Wisconsin, and
Michigan are the region's dairy states. In fact,
Wisconsin is known for its cheese, milk, and
butter. Grass grows quickly in the Dairy Belt.
The tall grass is used to feed cattle so they
produce the milk we need for dairy products.

11. Review on the board: Locate the states and the Great Lakes.

12. http://www.yourchildlearns.com/mappuzzle/us-states-capitals-regions.html
CLASS ACTIVITY
1. Illustrate the economy of the Midwest.
2. How could you get a heavenly citizenship?
Why is it important to get it?
Homework
Study the location of the Midwest states and its
economy.