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