Lesson Planning
Interpret topographical maps of the Grand Canyon region and explore the natural processes that help us predict the future form of the region. Create your own piece of art that shows the topographic nature of the region.
Teaching Outcomes:
- To relate maps to real life and predict the effects of erosion.
- To create a piece of 2D art that reflects/represents a 3D topographic nature.
Children will
- Examine topographical maps of the Grand Canyon and learn about the 3D forms these represent.
- Speculate about future changes to the Grand Canyon from erosion.
- Create a piece of 2D art that reflects/represents the 3D topographic nature of the Grand Canyon today and that of the future.