Objective

By the end of this lesson, the student will be able to identify the location of Puerto Rico on a map and understand some key features of the island.

Materials and Prep

Materials: World map, coloring pencils, blank paper

Prep: Familiarize yourself with the location of Puerto Rico on a world map.

Activities

• Locate Puerto Rico: Show the student a world map and help them find Puerto Rico. Have them color the island on the map.

• Draw and Describe: Ask the student to draw a picture of what they think Puerto Rico looks like. Then, discuss some key features of the island such as being surrounded by water and having beautiful beaches.

First Grade Talking Points

• "Today we are going to learn about a special place called Puerto Rico. It is an island surrounded by water."
• "Let's find Puerto Rico on the map. It is a small island in the Caribbean Sea."
• "What do you think Puerto Rico looks like? Let's draw a picture and talk about its beautiful beaches and warm weather."