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Playground Mapping

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Young scholars convert their physical models of a playground from a previous lesson into a map of the playground that includes a scale and key. They examine and discuss examples of maps, view an image to map photo essay, and create a map using their physical models or their knowledge of their school playground.

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creating a playground map, Maps, playground map, social studies
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Grade
3rd - 6th
Subjects
Social Studies & History
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