Second graders demonstrate basic map skills. They each bury a bag of chocolate coins, create a map with directions to find their "treasure," and follow another student's directions to locate a bag of coins.

Pupils create a treasure map by plotting points on a coordinate plane using a computer drawing program. Students name and identify different landmasses and structures on their map. They create instructions to find the treasure that is...

For this map reading worksheet, students determine the distance from a plotted treasure on a topographic map. They must adjust for magnetic declination.

First graders create a map of their classroom that can be used to find a hidden treasure. They examine two- and three-dimensional objects and discover characteristics.

Students are introduced to map and globe skills. They use grids and are able to construct their own simple maps of familiar places. Students are able to define a map, globe, and symbol and use the direction words north, south, east,...

In this treasure hunt worksheet, students fill in the blanks with the correct coordinates. As students fill in the coordinates, they trace their route on a treasure map.

In this printing practice worksheet, students practice tracing and writing the words "treasure map," then color a picture of a map. Worksheet has links to additional activities.

In this lower elementary treasure map maze worksheet, 2nd graders begin at the ship at the bottom of the page and maneuver their way through a maze of waves until they reach the "x." They find the "x" located on an island which is...

Students watch the movie "Muppet Treasure Island" and then taking on roles of characters in the movie answer navigational questions to try discover the location of a treasure hidden by the teacher.

Students study the meaning of philanthropy as giving of time. talent, and treasures. They sing This Land Is Your Land while locating five of the places on a map of the United States showing that relief office are everywhere. They decide...

Seventh graders read the novel, "The House of Dies Drear", and create a story map to analyze the plot and recall events.

What will your students choose to include in their explorer's treasure chest? Youngsters research an early European explorer and gather items to reflect their research, such as a detailed map of the explorer's voyages, portrait,...

Students are explained how a grid and compass work. They are also explained that archaeologists use grids as a record of the exact location of artifacts. Students define the term datum as a point of reference on grids from which all...

Students explore locations on the United States map. In this map skills lesson, students recite the song This Land Is Your Land and locate various places listed in the song on the map.

Young scholars follow directions on a worksheet to follow directions on a map of the United States and Territories of the United States. In this directions worksheet, students use a compass rose and learn the directions.

In this hand eye coordination and logic worksheet, students trace a path from the pirate to the treasure chest in a maze puzzle.

First graders explore map skills. They discuss the map vocabulary and use directions to find a location on a map. Students discuss and use the components of a map to answer a variety of questions. They use the map and directions to find...

Young scholars simulate what it would be like to be archeologists. They evaluate a quadrant area of a lost Roman treasure map. They generate their findings on the map into specific categorizes.

Students read Blackbeard and brainstorm their knowledge of maps. In this language arts and geography activity, students use landmarks on their playground to review north, south, east and west and discuss the compass rose. Students read...

In this treasure hunt worksheet, students determine a combination of events that satisfies given conditions.  This one-page worksheet contains 1 logic problem.  The answer is provideed at the bottom of the page.

Students are introduced to simple maps and view a map of a classroom and compare distances of items shown.

A well-done and informative presentation, this resource could be used to pique interest in Lousiana's history. This presentation about Poverty Point, a mound created by Native Americans, is a fascinating exploration of this topic. What...

Young scholars participate in a variety of treasure hunts to promote critical thinking skills. In these problem solving lessons, students go on a photo hunt, scavenger hunt, clue hunt, and map hunt, looking for specific treasures.

Third graders examine the process of creating an accurate map, and create a map of their playground. They identify what objects are on their playground, and discuss what is found on a map. Students then draw a map of their playground...