White Mountains Geography Adventure

Exploring New Hampshire's Natural Wonder Grade 4 Geography Expedition

Where Are the White Mountains?

Located in northern New Hampshire Part of the Appalachian Mountain range Extends into western Maine About 100 miles north of Boston

What Makes Mountains Look White?

Think about what you might see on top of very tall mountains Consider different seasons and weather

Meet Mount Washington

Tallest peak in the White Mountains 6,288 feet high Famous for extreme weather Has a weather station on top

White Mountains vs. Other Famous Mountains

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Mountain Formation Activity

Use your hands to show how mountains form Press your palms together and push up Watch how the 'land' buckles and rises This is how tectonic plates created mountains!

Wildlife of the White Mountains

Black bears roam the forests Moose are the largest animals Mountain goats live on rocky slopes Many bird species like hawks and eagles

Seasons in the White Mountains

People and the White Mountains

Native Americans lived here for thousands of years European settlers arrived in the 1600s Today millions of tourists visit each year Hiking, skiing, and camping are popular activities

Protecting Our Mountains

The White Mountains teach us that nature is both powerful and fragile. We must take care of these special places so future generations can enjoy them too.