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Teaching learners about latitude and longitude can get a little complicated. Present the concept by first representing it as a graph. Just like finding a location on a graph using the x and y-axis, learners will be able to locate items on a globe or map. A great way to tackle the concept!
Learners investigate coordinate graphing. In this Algebra I instructional activity, pupils determine the distance between two cities by finding the vertical and horizontal distances using the longitude and latitude readings. They use the Pythagorean Theorem to determine the distance and convert the degrees to miles.
Teachers can help students learn latitude and longitude skills using games and other motivating activities.
In this globe worksheet, students learn how longitude is measured on a globe. Students read the information before answering 5 questions. A globe will be required.
Fifth graders are introduced to the concept of latitude and longitude and play a game to reinforce the concept. In this latitude and longitude lesson plan, 5th graders play a matching game where they identify which card belongs on a specific place on a globe. Students then work in pairs to find specific places on a map regarding latitude and longitude measurements.
In this longitude worksheet, students read a 3-paragraph review of longitude and respond to 13 short answer questions.
For this longitude and latitude worksheet, students read about both, then answer 3 questions related to examples shown and what they have read. Houghton Mifflin text is referenced.
Learners play a grid-based game and devise clues to help classmates locate spots on the globe in order to recognize the value of using longitude and latitude for identifying locations.
In this longitude worksheet, learners read about how to determine the longitude of location while at sea and they answer 5 questions about calculating longitude.
Students complete activities using globes and maps to find lines of latitude and longitude. In this latitude and longitude lesson, students draw lines of longitude and latitude, find the Prime Meridian and Equator, and view a PowerPoint for the lesson.