Fourth Grade Social Studies - Northeast Region States and Capitals - Free Printable

Problem Description:

The task is to identify the states in the Northeast region of the United States and match them with their corresponding numbers on the map. The states listed are:

- Connecticut
- Delaware
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New York
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode Island
- Vermont

Solution Approach:

1. Understand the Map: The map shows the Northeast region of the United States, divided into numbered sections.
2. Identify Key Features: Use geographical features, shapes, and relative positions to identify each state.
3. Match States with Numbers: Assign the correct state name to each number based on its location.

Step-by-Step Identification:

#### 1. Maine (5)
- Maine is located at the northeastern tip of the United States.
- It is the largest state in the Northeast and borders Canada.
- Number 5 corresponds to Maine.

#### 2. New Hampshire (11)
- New Hampshire is located west of Maine and shares a border with it.
- It is one of the smallest states in the Northeast.
- Number 11 corresponds to New Hampshire.

#### 3. Vermont (7)
- Vermont is located south of New Hampshire and borders it.
- It is known for its mountains and forests.
- Number 7 corresponds to Vermont.

#### 4. Massachusetts (1)
- Massachusetts is located south of Vermont and New Hampshire.
- It is a coastal state and includes Boston.
- Number 1 corresponds to Massachusetts.

#### 5. Rhode Island (4)
- Rhode Island is a small state located south of Massachusetts.
- It is entirely surrounded by land except for its coastline.
- Number 4 corresponds to Rhode Island.

#### 6. Connecticut (6)
- Connecticut is located south of Rhode Island and Massachusetts.
- It is a coastal state and includes cities like Hartford.
- Number 6 corresponds to Connecticut.

#### 7. New York (10)
- New York is a large state located west of Connecticut and Massachusetts.
- It includes major cities like New York City and Albany.
- Number 10 corresponds to New York.

#### 8. New Jersey (2)
- New Jersey is located south of New York and along the coast.
- It is a densely populated state and includes cities like Newark and Trenton.
- Number 2 corresponds to New Jersey.

#### 9. Pennsylvania (8)
- Pennsylvania is located west of New Jersey and New York.
- It is a large state that includes Philadelphia and Pittsburgh.
- Number 8 corresponds to Pennsylvania.

#### 10. Delaware (9)
- Delaware is a small state located south of Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
- It is entirely surrounded by land except for its coastline.
- Number 9 corresponds to Delaware.

#### 11. Maryland (3)
- Maryland is located south of Delaware and Pennsylvania.
- It includes Baltimore and has a significant coastline along the Chesapeake Bay.
- Number 3 corresponds to Maryland.

Final Answer:

\[
\begin{aligned}
&\text{1. Massachusetts} \\
&\text{2. New Jersey} \\
&\text{3. Maryland} \\
&\text{4. Rhode Island} \\
&\text{5. Maine} \\
&\text{6. Connecticut} \\
&\text{7. Vermont} \\
&\text{8. Pennsylvania} \\
&\text{9. Delaware} \\
&\text{10. New York} \\
&\text{11. New Hampshire}
\end{aligned}
\]

\boxed{
\begin{array}{ll}
1 & \text{Massachusetts} \\
2 & \text{New Jersey} \\
3 & \text{Maryland} \\
4 & \text{Rhode Island} \\
5 & \text{Maine} \\
6 & \text{Connecticut} \\
7 & \text{Vermont} \\
8 & \text{Pennsylvania} \\
9 & \text{Delaware} \\
10 & \text{New York} \\
11 & \text{New Hampshire}
\end{array}
}