Using google maps to find family

Social Studies

• The student developed an understanding of family and community by locating and identifying family members on the map.
• They learned about different locations and distances by virtually traveling to their family members' homes.
• By using Google Maps, the student learned about the concept of technology and its role in connecting people across distances.

For continued development, encourage students to create their own imaginary community using Google Maps. They can draw and label places like parks, schools, and their own homes, allowing them to understand the concept of a community in a creative way.

Book Recommendations

• My Family and Other Families by Christine Taylor-Butler: A book that teaches diversity and inclusion, helping children understand different types of families.
• Maps and Globes by Jack Knowlton: Introduce children to the concept of maps and globes, helping them understand how to read and interpret different types of maps.
• Where Do I Live? by Neil Chesanow: This book helps children understand their place in the world and how to locate and identify different locations, making it a great tie-in for using Google Maps to find family.