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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 an item hidden in the classroom.

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cardinal directions, map skills

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cardinal directions, directions, map skills, mapping, social studies
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1st
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Social Studies & History
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