Unit 3: The Northeast

There are eleven states that make up the Northeast region. The Appalachians are very old mountains that were formed in this region over 250 million years ago. The many lakes and flatlands were formed by glaciers. This region has four seasons and precipitation varies depending on the elevation. Flat areas are perfect for farming. The Northeastern coastline is dotted with bays and harbors. Large cities have developed in Northeast cities in these harbor towns. Today, many people work in the service and manufacturing industry, although textile manufacturing originated in the Northeast. Many laborers moved to this area to find jobs in cloth factories, including young children.

Native Americans and European immigrants contribute to the rich diversity of the culture of the Northeast. Others came from Africa as enslaved workers and settled in the large cities of the north to work in factories. The people of the Northeast are proud of their many cultures and celebrate with a variety of festivals including an Oktoberfest, a Saint Patrick's Day Parade, a Caribbean Festival, and the National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, D.C.



 
 
 
 

            


              

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