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.

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

Second graders read the book Hole Mole and complete activities that teach them about Mexican culture. In this Holy Mole lesson plan, 2nd graders complete cooking, drawing, writing, and other activities.

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.

Learners 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 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...

First graders locate countries on maps and globes and learn about the hemispheres and the cardinal directions. They listen to books read out loud and dicuss geography.