Google Maps Lessons

Lesson Idea #1:

Students add place-markers to a shared Google Map showing the progression of the Civil War.

Lesson Idea #2:

Math teacher uses maps to discuss the difference between directional distance versus straight-line distance. They also use it to calculate time based on how fast a car is traveling and fuel consumption.

Lesson Idea #3:

Science teacher uses Google Moon and Google Mars (part of Google Earth) to take pre-made tours embedded with YouTube videos giving information about moon and Mars features.