An Introductory Lesson on Maps

First graders examine the differences between a map and a globe. They discuss and identify the symbols on maps and globes, then in small groups complete a worksheet. Students then complete a Venn Diagram comparing maps and globes.

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

KIDS Clubhouse Adventures kids read and discover more about maps. In this feature, kids will hide a treasure in their library, then draw a map and mark the treasure with an X. To test their map making skills, other kids will be...

Learners examine how grids are created and used to locate positions of objects or features on a map.

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

Students use north, south, east, and west to identify relative locations and provide directions.

Students look at a park from ground perspective. In this map skills lesson, students are introduced to a story about a girl at a park and make observations about the park based on a picture. This prepares students for the next lesson in...

Second graders listen to Joan Sweeney's book, Me On the Map. They design a map of their bedroom and their house emphasizing the important characteristics.

Second graders draw maps of their playground, noting objects such as trees and play equipment. Working in groups, they make maps of different parts of the school and assemble them into a schoolwide map. They make maps on a field trip to...

Learners use a map to locate World War II's Pacific Theater. Using provided links, they research this region during the war and learn about veterans. They invite a veteran of the war to visit the class and ask them questions based on...