World Geography can be boring for students but you can make it FUN! Your kiddos will LOVE creating their own globe using a balloon and cut-outs. This set includes: Student materials list and directions, detailed continent shapes, more broad continent shapes (easier cutting), compass graphic, continent labels, ocean labels, North Pole labels, reference map of the world. Balloon Suggestion (affiliate link): 12"latex balloons (100 count), Royal Blue Don't want to use a balloon? Some teachers have told me they've used paper mache, pumpkins, and posters. If you happen to take pictures of your completed projects, I would LOVE to see them! You can tag me on Instagram (@Learning_Lab) or email them to me at [email protected].
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Pick up a couple extra maps and globes, because these globe projects will leave you stunned. These tutorials and products are a gorgeous way to decorate.
Age of Exploration: Here are a few activities we have been doing in our Explorer unit recently ... I start off this unit with a GREAT lesson from the SS series History Alive. They have you put on underwater music and have the kids pretend to be archaeologists scuba diving and discovering an old "Explorer" wreck. They retrieve these artifacts, log them, and discover what they tell us about the Explorers. We then categorize them like you see above. They kids really get into this lesson! At the beginning of the unit I also have the students partner up and share their "explorer schema" with each other. Then we share as a class and discuss together what we think we already know. My favorite spot in my classroom is my history corner. I get antsy throughout the school year and I love that this little area is constantly changing. Plus, I love how interactive it is - I try and always have "artifacts" that the kids can touch, books that relate to the topic, maps/pictures, clothing/costumes, and as we go, I add their artwork to make it authentic :) We are not technically supposed to hang any thing from our ceilings due to fire codes ... but no one has talked to me yet and this makes our room feel so much more "explorer ship-like" ;) Compasses the kids made This is another FUN activity. We learn about how the explorers brought back lots of new tastes from the "New World" Before I have them identify what these "tastes" are we do a "New World Smelling" activity. I have the different food items pre-cut and labeled in numbered dixie cups (take a little prep time the night before) Then the kids get a sheet to record their "smells" and their guesses. I actually made 2 sets so that the kids could all be doing it at the same time - I only had 12 items "New World" Tastes: Potato tomoto bell peppers tobacco - obviously not in the cups! *lol* vanilla chocolate pineapple blueberries kidney beans sunflower seeds pumpkin (not in the cups - out of season) corn peanut butter chili peppers In pairs, I have the students read a biography about an explorer. Using this information they have to fill out an "explorer ship" together answering what the their explorers greatest achievement was, his motives for exploration, two facts they found interesting, and their discovery. I added these to our map - aren't they cute? We filled in a map that had famous expedition routes on it We used our knowledge of explorer styles ships and drew them to go with our explorer newspaper article we will be writing to go with our informational writing this week. For more of my posts on Exploration, visit HERE, HERE, HERE, HERE, and HERE. For more fun Explorer lessons by other people, visit the link below!
This printable Montessori Animals and Continents activity is a brilliant way to introduce kids to the world in Chinese, Korean, and English!
Maps and Globes Geography Printables for Kids Teaching young students about maps and globes is an exciting way to introduce them to the world around them. With our comprehensive geography unit, designed specifically for kindergarten and first-grade students, you can engage your learning in a fun and interactive exploration of maps and globes, cardinal directions, landforms, and bodies of water. These map skills worksheets are not only educational but also entertaining, making them perfect for any social student's curriculum. Click HERE to get your copy. Maps and globes are windows to the world, and by introducing kindergarten and first-grade students to these essential tools, we open their minds to the wonders of geography. Our map skills worksheets offer a comprehensive and enjoyable approach to teaching your learners about the world around them. Through engaging activities and exploration of landforms, bodies of water, cardinal directions, and geography vocabulary, your students will develop a solid foundation in map skills. Use this unit to spark their curiosity, foster a love for learning, and empower them to navigate the world with confidence. Let's embark on a thrilling journey of discovery as we explore maps and the globe together!
Enjoy Montessori continent learning activities that include the sandpaper globe, colored globe, 3-part cards, song, continent map, and extension exercises.
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This last week we began our geography unit in second grade. We began by learning the mapping essential vocabulary of map, globe, key, scale, grid, birds eye view. We practiced making our own maps and creating symbols for our map keys. The students love making their own maps of our neighborhood where the school is...
Learn how to make a homemade globe by downloading and printing this globe template. All you need are a few craft supplies and a bit of time!
I created this activity to accompany my Maps and Globes Venn Diagram - Social Studies/Geography minilesson and worksheet pack. This activity can be done as a follow-up to a minilesson or as an independent practice or assessment. Great for grades 1-3. Students read each clue and decide if it is to...
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Learn how to make a homemade globe by downloading and printing this globe template. All you need are a few craft supplies and a bit of time!
The Globe Printable Pattern is a versatile and engaging resource for teachers and parents. This printable allows children to construct their own 3D globe, fostering hands-on learning and spatial awareness. Whether used in the classroom or at home, this engaging activity is sure to captivate young learners and enhance their understanding of the world around them.
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ALL ABOUT EARTH Get ready for a month filled with so many fun activities to teach your kiddos all about our planet Earth . I teach this unit in April so it coincides with Earth Day. I’ve loaded up this blog post post with read aloud book ideas, free videos you can share with your students,
Homeschooling is so fun :) My children have been asking questions lately about where different countries are, so I let their interest inspire us to take a trip 'around the world.' Of course, I can't afford a vacation even as far as the beach right now, and it's only forty-five minutes away! So our trip
My daughter has one of the best kindergarten teachers imaginable. She is caring, patient, and so imaginative. Her activities seem to seamlessly flow together, integrating all content areas. In short, she is amazing! One of the activities, that I really loved, was her newest addition to the blocks center. My daughter came home and told me that their "Blocks Center is really rocking the house!" That is high praise coming from my baby. A few days later, I got to go in and see this "rocking" center for myself. It really is amazing. It's so amazing that I decided to put my own spin on it and share it with you! The center has pieces of felt (or foam) for different symbols on a map. All the pieces are hand cut and are just a quick shape in different colors. The center that I made includes: rivers, lakes, roads, houses, bushes, and trees. You can get a free copy of the map key here. Print out the key and cut out felt, then you have all you need to make "Interactive Maps"! Cut out some pictures from a magazine and label them for specific places in the community. Simple and fun! The part I love the most about this activity is that it can include math, writing, science, social studies, and so much more! I wanted to include specific places in my version, so I went through my clip art and whipped up a few. I love how every map will be different and each child's personality can shine through. When I started making our version at home, there were only straight roads. This created a lot of protesting from my kids. Thus, a variety of roads were created. They were right, it does make the maps more interesting and realistic. As we played with the concept, I added task cards. This will allow kids to create maps with a model. It is really great for kids that have a difficult time starting an activity without direction. Sometimes, open ended play seems to overwhelm these children. Adding task cards with directions, allows these children to work from a task. AND task cards give kids practice reading numerals and using one-to-one correspondence. I also made blank task cards, so that partners could create tasks for each other. It's more fun to do a friend's activity, than one provided by the teacher. Why not capitalize on their enthusiasm for "being the teacher"? Adding onto the idea of "being the teacher", I love adding in partner games. Each child can have a turn I love adding a recording sheet to the activity, because it holds each child accountable for their learning and provides a physical record that is sent home to their parents. One thing I so appreciate about my daughter's teacher is that every center has some written or physical component that comes home. I am able to infer from the directions, or completed project, what my daughter is doing that day. I am able to ask her more specific questions about her day, after looking over the work that comes home. It allows me to get more meaningful information about my daughter's learning that day. I love having different recording sheets for the same activity. It can change the whole focus of the activity and it makes it very easy to differentiate. I hope you found some easy ideas to use with your kids. I love that you can just add felt and open up a whole new world... Get your kids excited about maps and the parts of their community with these hands on activities. Make your own, or find mine here. Head over to my blog, Differentiation Station Creations, to find some more activities to add your Blocks Center! Until next time,
A brief history of mapmaking, a simple explanation of how to read maps and globes, and an introduction to the many different kinds of maps there are
Copyright-free printable vintage maps to download. A cool way to transform mundane furniture and to make decorations and personalized gifts.
These all about me activities for preschoolers are engaging, hands-on centers to work on essential literacy skills in the classroom!
Download this 12-page map worksheet packet for 1st-3rd graders. A great addition to any unit study!
These fantastic activities are definitely the way to go.
Children can learn about the continents with this free printable set that makes learning fun and interactive. After our Solar System Activities I figured we needed...
Introduce a unit on kindergarten maps by reading "Rosie's Walk" by Pat Hutchins. It's an excellent story to begin map activities.
Teaching maps and globes doesn't have to be a boring collection of worksheet! Check out the creative mapping activities in this blog post!
While the globes in the previous post are a wonderful representation, using paper mache can be quite an undertaking. I came up with the ide...
Learn About the 7 Continents! Exploring the 7 Continents has never been more exciting! It’s a Small World Continent Study is filled with over 35 activities to help your students gain a greater understanding of the seven continents. This 130+ page unit is filled with great resources, posters, printables, activities, and projects that will open […]
Set of FREE printable world map choices with blank maps and labeled options for learning geography, countries, capitals, famous landmarks
This is the ultimate Oahu Bucketlist! 40 of the best things to do and see on the island of Oahu. We also share some of our secret spots with you!
In these uncertain days, many of us are spending a lot of time inside. It can be challenging to ward off boredom, keep children engaged and learning a bit of something. So in the spirit of having fun and learning at the same time, we've made a series of printable colouring maps! Each colouring map file has a blank map for colouring and labelling, a map guide with all countries labelled as well as their abbreviations and a list of different ideas for using the colouring maps in a variety of ways. Grab a copy of Europe , Canada , South America , Africa , North East Asia , the United Kingdom or the United States and print them out, get a pack of markers or a handful of coloured pencils and enjoy. You might also like to try: tectonic plates map worksheet or the volcano tectonic worksheet! (because mountain ranges, volcanoes and earthquakes are interesting) plant hardiness zones colouring map If you're looking for other ideas to keep kids learning and busy during quarantine, map puzzles are a great option!
This cut-out and assemble globe pattern really helps kids see why putting a map on a round surface causes distortions, and also helps teach continents, oceans, and hemispheres. Have the kids color (color pencils work best) the water and continents, cut out and assemble. Glue sticks work better than reg. glue when assembling. Also before final assembly, place crumpled/wadded paper inside to help hold the shape of the globe. It will probably help to have the students work in pairs when putting the hemispheres together...these can be hung from the ceiling, etc if you glue string on the inside and thread the string up through the "north pole"before final glue-up as well. Thank you Janet Allen, Ellis Elementary, Logan Utah for this pattern! (double-cick on the images to enlarge and print)
Ready to navigate history? Grab your compass and let's start this journey! This history template features old paper, maps, a globe and a compass and it's perfect to talk about the world trough history.
