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Do the Tallywalker

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Learners study the basics of mapmaking, then make a tally walker, (geographic location device used in secret).

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mapmaking, map skills, cartography

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forbidden countries, mapmaking, mountain passes, roads, tallywalker, trails, social studies
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Grade
5th - 7th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Instructional Strategy
Project-Based Learning

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