Helping your students understand maps, Part 1

This article is one of two. It is best to read both together. In part one, the author makes a case for the importance of interpreting maps to help develop spatial cognition. An online reso... See More

This article is one of two. It is best to read both together. In part one, the author makes a case for the importance of interpreting maps to help develop spatial cognition. An online resource is given that can be used in the classroom. He also provides a two part map reading activity to help students develop spatial terms, identify places on a map, and gather demographic data. This is a simple introductory activity that could easily be used in any classroom.

Can You Read a Map?

Students in upper elementary and middle school grades strengthen their understanding and use of coordinate system by using maps. Furthermore, maps are important tools for scientists as well... See More

Students in upper elementary and middle school grades strengthen their understanding and use of coordinate system by using maps. Furthermore, maps are important tools for scientists as well. To help students better understand this system a simple road map becomes the tool for the two part activity provided in this article.