Treasure Map Quest
Created by: Juliette Lambert, Lauree Riggin, and Dot Grady
Designed for First and Second Graders
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Introduction
Have you ever wanted to
go on a treasure
hunt?
In this web
quest you’ll learn the skills you
need to read a treasure map
and
make a map for another
classmate to follow.
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Task
In
groups of 4 you are going to …
· explore maps.
· go on a treasure hunt with
your teacher.
· create your own treasure
map.
· search for a treasure using a map.
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Process
1.
Record your discoveries in your
journal!
·
What
is a map?
·
What uses a map?
·
Why are maps important?
·
The
important parts of a map:
What is a compass rose?
Find a compass rose.
What is a legend?
2.
Create
your map on the treasure map form.
3.
Using
a classmate’s map, find your treasure.
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Evaluation
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Conclusion
Hooray!! You found the treasure.
Today’s
writing activity: In your journal
describe how you used a map to find your treasure.
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Teacher Page
Social Studies
Grades 1 - 2
Learner
Information:
In groups of 4 you are
going to …
·
explore
maps on the internet.
·
go
on a treasure hunt with your teacher.
·
create your own treasure
map.
·
search
for a treasure using a map.
Answer Key:
What
is a map? A map shows where people are locate and give directions.
Who uses a map? Someone
who travels from place to place uses a map.
Why are maps important?
Maps are important because maps help people travel from place to place.
What is a compass rose?
Arrows on a map that show directions.
What
is a legend? Click Here to See
Standards:
Curriculum:
Social Studies
1.
Demonstrate and use map and globe skills.
2.
Locate and display graphic information.
Language Arts
4. Develop skills and strategies for accurate,
efficient use of cueing
systems
to create meaning. (5,17)
8. Read a variety of written material across all
content areas (8)
13. Writes using manuscript
Math
22. Explore
problem solving.
23. Use appropriate current technology, manipulates, and
tools to
facilitate the understanding of mathematical concepts.
Technology:
1. Demonstrate
optimal posture and position at the computer workstation.
·
Eyes
level with the text on the monitor
·
Shoulders
down, arms relaxed
·
Elbows
level with keyboard
·
Feet
and lower back supported
4. Utilize
developmentally appropriate terminology to communicate effectively in a
technological society.
Cursor
Icon
Scroll bar
Internet
Open file
10. Demonstrate respect for
the work of others.