In our classroom, we use Google Classroom for assignments and additional resources. Ask your child to show you Google Classroom at home to see all of the amazing things we do each and every day! :)
In our classroom, we use Google Classroom for assignments and additional resources. Ask your child to show you Google Classroom at home to see all of the amazing things we do each and every day! :)
Learning Target #1: I can determine the locations of places and interpret information available on maps and globes.
Learning Target #1: I can determine the locations of places and interpret information available on maps and globes.
- Maps vs. Globes Venn Diagram in Geography Hyperdoc via Google Classroom (*Geography Hyperdoc used throughout entire unit)
- Shapes and Sizes on a Map Activity: Look at Africa on a map. Then, look at Africa on a globe. What do you notice?
- Do you think maps or globes are a better way to represent the world? Include evidence you gathered from your exploration.
- T chart: Label one side Name of Continent and Specific Location and the other side What is on the other side of the Globe?
- Extension: Free Rice - Identify Countries on the Map
- Additional Resources:
- Map Projections: 2-D vs 3-D representations
- BrainPop Geography Videos
- National Geographic Map Skills for Elementary Students
Learning Target #2: I can describe the different parts of a map and how a map is used.
Learning Target #2: I can describe the different parts of a map and how a map is used.
- Freckle: Map Features article
- Driving Question: How many common parts of a map are there?
- Create our own map: Amusement Park
- Map Vocabulary:
- Legend/Key, Compass Rose, Symbols, Map Grid, Distance Scale
- Extension/Enrichment: Dash and Dot World Adventure
Learning Target #3: I can identify, order, and plot points on a map using latitude and longitude.
Learning Target #3: I can identify, order, and plot points on a map using latitude and longitude.
- The equator is zero degrees latitude and the prime meridian is zero degrees longitude.
- Longitude and Latitude BrainPoP
- Using Longitude and Latitude on a Map Activity
- Freckle: Longitude and Latitude Activity
Learning Target #4: I can determine the difference between various maps, recognize each map’s purpose, and determine when it’s appropriate to use each map.
Learning Target #4: I can determine the difference between various maps, recognize each map’s purpose, and determine when it’s appropriate to use each map.
- Freckle: Map Gallery Walk
- What does this map show? What might be the purpose of this map? Who might use this map?
- Similarities and Differences between maps
- Determining which type of map we would choose to use for a specific purpose
Learning Target #5: I can understand that scale is a guide that explains the relationships between real distances on Earth and distances on a map and determine distances on a map using a given scale.
Learning Target #5: I can understand that scale is a guide that explains the relationships between real distances on Earth and distances on a map and determine distances on a map using a given scale.
- Locate the distance scale on the Map of New Jersey.
- Let's use the scale to estimate the distance between two cities.
- Extension: Create a video tutorial explaining how to use a distance scale on a map. Describe the challenges you may face and what you would do to overcome those challenges.
Digital Choice Board:
Digital Choice Board:
