Maps to view the earth - Lesson for Grade 2, Chapter - Changes
In the "Maps to View the Earth" lesson, students in Grade 2 will embark on an exciting journey to discover the world through maps and globes. This lesson, nestled within the Science Unit on Changes, offers an engaging exploration of our planet's surface and the various landforms that adorn it. Through activities like the Maps and Globes Worksheet and Maps and Landforms Worksheet, students will learn to identify and differentiate between continents, oceans, mountains, rivers, and other geographical features. They will understand the importance of maps and globes as tools that help us navigate our world and appreciate the diversity of its landscapes.
Learning how to read and interpret maps is crucial for developing spatial thinking skills, which are fundamental in various aspects of life and learning. These skills enhance students' ability to visualize relationships between different places, understand environmental changes, and even plan routes and trips. Additionally, this lesson lays the groundwork for future studies in geography, earth sciences, and global awareness. By gaining an understanding of maps and the earth's physical features, students will nurture a curiosity about the world, fostering a lifelong interest in exploring and preserving our planet.
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Activity 1 / Maps and Globes Worksheet
Kids are natural explorers, which is why discovery of the world, and even pirates, appeal to even the youngest of kids! With that said, maps and globes are an excellent way to let your child discover the world. Let the exploration begin with this quick maps and globes worksheet!
This worksheet is designed to:
• Help your child understand the difference between land and water
• Teach your child to differentiate a map from a globe
• Introduce beginner map skills
Your child’s journey through the world must start somewhere, so use this worksheet to lay down the basics of reading maps and globes! -
Activity 2 / Maps and Landforms Worksheet
The things that we need to do for our kids to know much about our planet include; educating them more on the areas of the world. If your kids have never before seen a map of the world, now might be a good time to show them for the first time. Maps can show us different things on the planet, including our rivers, oceans, and even mountains. Point out the landforms shown in the worksheet, and help your kids check off the correct name for each one on the map.
