They will be learning valuable problem solving skills as they gain knowledge of their country. Crosscountry USA works because the program involves students in a fascinating, diverse adventure they can identify with. Each unique mission takes kids to any of 180 American cities. Students are in control of their own 18 wheeler , picking up and delivering a variety of commodities. On-line maps allow you to plan your most efficient route.
Students actually use geographic skills and knowledge to make decisions and solve problems.
Along the way students develop their geographic literacy, learning about the relationships between places, goods and regions. In addition they also develop an understanding of their place in the context of this information. Each unique mission takes kids to any of 180 American cities. Students are in control of their own 18 wheeler , picking up and delivering a variety of commodities. Problem solving Basic direction Map reading Decision making On-line maps allow you to plan your most efficient route.