Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to understand the basic concepts of geography through exploring the setting of Lockie Leonard.

Materials and Prep

• Lockie Leonard book or relevant excerpts
• World map or globe
• Pen and paper

Activities

1. Read a chapter or selected excerpts from the Lockie Leonard book that describe the setting or mention different locations.

2. After reading, ask the student to identify the different locations mentioned in the book.

3. Using a world map or globe, locate the places mentioned in the book and mark them with a pen.

4. Discuss the geographical characteristics of each location with the student. For example, if a location is near the coast, talk about its proximity to the ocean and how it might affect the climate or lifestyle of the people living there.

5. Ask the student to write a short paragraph describing one of the locations mentioned in the book, including its geographical features and how they might impact the people living there.

Third Grade Talking Points

• "Geography is the study of places and the physical and human features of those places."
• "When we read Lockie Leonard, we can learn about different places and how they are described in the book."
• "A world map or globe can help us locate the places mentioned in the book and understand where they are in relation to each other."
• "Geographical features like mountains, rivers, and oceans can impact the climate and lifestyle of the people living in a particular place."
• "By writing a paragraph about a location, we can practice describing its geographical features and understanding how they might affect the people living there."