Lesson Planning
Explore the local area using conventional maps and Google maps. Then create their own map of their immediate area using mapping software.
Teaching Outcomes:
- To locate their local area on a range of maps and discuss the similarities and differences using geographical language.
- To look at other sections of google maps and create their own map of the area using Google Earth and Google Images.
Children will:
- Locate their local area on a national map using Google maps and other mapping software.
- Compare satellite and map views of the local area and discuss the similarities and differences using geographical language.
- Create their own map of the area using mapping software.