I can identify the parts of a map and places that might be the subject of a map.

What are maps?

Lesson
Grade K
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Created for Gynzy by: Abby Flemming

General
This lesson is an overview of maps, including how they are used and the information they provide.

Learning objective
Students will be able to identify the parts of a map and places that might be the subject of a map.

Introduction
Students will be introduced to the purpose of maps, map subjects, and look at the difference between a globe and a map.

Instruction
Students will be introduced to basic map parts- legend, symbol, route, landmark. Students will do a drag and drop activity to practice identifying map parts. Then students and their teacher(s) will work together to build a map of a classroom.

Quiz
Review maps with 10 questions, including multiple-choice, short-answer, and discussion questions.

Closing
Students will create their own bedroom map using given items or even adding their own.