The early Cherokee farmed and hunted in the southern Appalachian region. The Cherokees of North Carolina were the largest group. These mountains are not only older than the dinosaurs, they are older than land animals themselves! The Appalachian Mountains When they were formed they were estimated to be higher than 20,000 feet, as high or higher than the Himalayas. They where pushed up between 350-300 million years ago when the North American and African tectonic plates collided near the equator. The Appalachian Mountains Our mountains are the oldest surviving mountains in the world. Map of Appalachian Region Click below for an on-line map for each state: Government as 13 states and 406 counties representing this unique region. Appalachia itself is a mixture of all things Appalachian.Īppalachia? Where Is It? Appalachia is a culturally and physically distinct area of the Eastern United States centered around the Appalachian Mountain chain and recognized officially by the U.S. It refers to a specific ethnic group, the descendents of early settlers in the mountains. It is used politically for 406 counties in 13 states.Īppalachia? What Is It? It refers to a unique American culture suggesting traditional crafts, music, cuisine, heritage, and beliefs. It is used geologically for the mountain range in Eastern North America.

1.04 Understand the contributions of individuals and people of various ethnic, racial, religious, and socioeconomic groups to Tennessee.Īppalachia? What Is It? The term 'Appalachian' is used to describe a number of things.1.03 Recognize the contributions of individuals and people of various ethnic, racial, religious, socioeconomic groups to the development of civilizations.1.02 Discuss cultures and human patterns of places and regions of the world.1.01 Understand the diversity of human cultures.Students will explore these elements of society to develop an appreciation and respect for the variety of human cultures. Culture encompasses similarities and differences among people including their beliefs, knowledge, changes, values, and traditions.Tennessee 4th Grade Content Standard: 1.0.Appalachian History Terry Sams 4th Grade Teacher Piedmont Elementary Dandridge, Tennessee 2003-2004

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