Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to understand what a map is and how it can help us find our way around.

Materials and Prep

Materials: Paper, markers, crayons

Prep: None

Activities

• Map Coloring: Draw a simple map of your room or house on a piece of paper and color it with different colors.
• Treasure Hunt: Hide a small toy somewhere in the room and create a treasure map to find it.
• Map Making: Draw a map of your neighborhood or a make-believe place with landmarks like a park, school, and your house.

Talking Points

• "A map is like a picture that shows us where things are located."
• "Maps can help us find our way when we are lost."
• "Maps have symbols to show different places like houses, parks, and schools."
• "We can draw our own maps to explore and have fun pretending to go on adventures."