Understanding Maps

Looking for fun and engaging Mapping activities? This All About Maps resource has everything you need for an interactive geography unit in your classroom. It includes posters, word cards, nonfiction unit booklet, lap book guide, mapping activities, workbook, answer key, graphic organizers, and writing activities.

This comprehensive packet includes 4 pdf files: nonfiction unit booklet, posters and word cards, fun with maps activities, and writing activities booklet.

All About Maps Booklet
☼ What is a map?
☼ What is bird’s eye view?
☼ Who makes maps?
☼ How are maps used?
☼ What are the common features of maps?
☼ What are some types of maps?
☼ Fun Facts
☼ Recommended Books and Videos
☼ Lapbook Guide
☼ Make Your Own Compass
☼ Map Your Classroom
☼ Create a Treasure Map
☼ Build a Vacation Vision Board
☼ Map to the Park
☼ Create a World Map
☼ Explore Google Maps

Fun with Maps Workbook
☼ Crossword Puzzle
☼ Word Search: Who Use Maps?
☼ Label That Map!
☼ Compass Rose
☼ Using Cardinal Directions
☼ Understanding the Map Key
☼ Using Map Grids
☼ Answer Key
☼ Certificate of Achievement

Posters and Word Cards
☼ 20 Posters
☼ 20 Word Cards

Matching Reading to Writing Booklet
☼ Before Reading
☼ K-W-L
☼ Look, Have, Are
☼ Note-taking
☼ Identifying the Main Idea and Supporting Details
☼ Author’s Purpose
☼ After Reading
☼ Further Research
☼ Expository Writing
☼ Story Writing