Okay kiddo, so you know how we live in the United States, right? Well, there are some places in the United States that are really special and very different from the other places. These special places are called extreme points.
Let me explain what extreme points mean. Think of a map of the United States like a big puzzle. There are different puzzle pieces that make up the whole map. And each puzzle piece has a special place on the map. The extreme points are like the corners of the puzzle pieces. They are the points that are the furthest north, south, east, or west.
Now, let's talk about each of these extreme points:
1. The northernmost point is called Point Barrow in Alaska. It's so far north that it's actually above the Arctic Circle! It's very cold and snowy there, even in the summer.
2. The southernmost point is called South Point in Hawaii. It's on the big island of Hawaii and it's the furthest point south you can go in the United States. It's very sunny and warm there, with lots of beautiful beaches.
3. The westernmost point is called Cape Alava in Washington state. It's very close to the Pacific Ocean and it's known for its beautiful and rugged coastline.
4. The easternmost point is called West Quoddy Head in Maine. It's on the coast of Maine and it's known for its beautiful lighthouse and rocky shoreline.
So, there you have it! Now you know what the extreme points of the United States are and what makes them so special.