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MYSTERY

What Are the Parts of a Map and What Do They Tell Us?

K-5
One class period
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Learning Objectives

  • Explain the components of a map
  • Analyze primary sources to determine key details
  • Ask questions about a specific topic
  • Use evidence to answer the question: “What are the parts of a map and what do they tell us?”
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Overview

Historians explain. In this lesson, students will learn key vocabulary to help them understand the parts of a map. They will have the opportunity to analyze primary source maps to help answer the mystery question: “What are the parts of a map and what do they tell us?”

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ELA/Literacy
History Connection
Inquiry-based
Primary Source
Vocabulary
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