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Grades 2-4. Measuring Distances on a Map Students use a map scale to measure distance between cities and other places on a map of your state. They create and exchange quizzes and use an interactive map to check their answers. • explain the purpose of a map scale • identify the two kinds of measurement used on a map scale
Explore learning the important geometry terms while working on a hands-on math project that integrates social studies! This geometry map project will engage your students definitely help them meet those all-important standards!
3 kwi 2018 · Use a map scale to determine distances between cities on a map and the size of areas on a map. Compare map areas determined in this activity to areas from a previous activity. Relate map areas and lengths to a real-world situation.
In a project-based approach to teaching and learning, students work to apply what they know to solve a real-world problem. Students explore the curriculum in depth as they apply knowledge to resolve questions, determine connections, and assess relationships.
Introduction to Mapping, Part I: An activity that teaches students about map elements and using them to find map locations, the idea of map scale, and how to measure using pacing. Introduction to Mapping, Part II : Teaches the idea of map scale and how to read topographic maps.
Build background knowledge about globes and maps; Design a city map including map key; Use cardinal and intermediate compass directions; Create a treasure map and write directions for finding the treasure, then use their map and compass skills to find treasure on their partner’s map.
This broad resource contains information on obtaining USGS map products, topographic maps, aerial photography, and our full map catalog, in support of 27 different lesson plan ideas spanning elementary through college level instructional material.
