{"id":233165,"date":"2010-01-26T15:55:54","date_gmt":"2010-01-26T20:55:54","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.richmond.edu\/openwidelookinside\/archives\/2264"},"modified":"2010-01-26T15:55:54","modified_gmt":"2010-01-26T20:55:54","slug":"teaching-geography-with-children%e2%80%99s-literature-maps-and-mapping","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mereja.media\/index\/233165","title":{"rendered":"Teaching Geography with Children\u2019s Literature: Maps and Mapping"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Maps<\/a><\/p>\n

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\u201cI can’t imagine life without maps.
\nHow would we find our way around the world?”<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Introduction and Summary<\/strong>
\nMaps and Mapping<\/em>, by Jinny Johnson, is an inside look at how we make and use different kinds of maps.\u00a0 The book follows a fictional cartographer named Suki West, who wants to share her love of maps and globe with the readers.<\/p>\n

The book takes us through the history of maps, why we need maps today, and teaches us how to use different types of maps.\u00a0 Readers learn about the first maps, mapping the world, the difference between flat maps and globes, the difference between political, physical, and informational maps, mapping mountains, oceans, and even space!\u00a0 Spread throughout the book are flaps and fold-outs that are very information and the kids will absolutely love.\u00a0 (Careful here, some of the flaps are a little tricky, so it might be smart to show the kids how to fold and unfold them first).<\/p>\n

Curriculum Connections<\/strong>
\nThis book is a good way for students to learn about reading and using maps.\u00a0 The students will develop map skills and learn to recognize basic map symbols, including references to land, water, cities, and roads. (VA SOL 1.4)<\/p>\n

Followup Activity:\u00a0 Have the students build both a physical and political map of their street, or the school playground, with cardinal directions included.\u00a0 You can also show the children how to determine cardinal directions using the Sun and\/or a compass.<\/p>\n

Additional Resources<\/strong><\/p>\n