Map of Our Village

A highly collaborative lesson will teach children to work together to understand what a map is and begin creating a giant one of their community. The teacher guides children through using technology for research, discussion questions to strengthen their observation skills, and an engaging art activity. They continue to talk about their community in a block center extension activity.

Materials

• Computer to display map
• Large White cardboard piece
• Kwik Stix paints
• Pencils
• Modeling clay
• Masking tape (to create roads)

 

Lesson Preparation
Gather materials (cardboard piece, paper, tape and markers) to use during the opening activities.