Using Cardinal Directions

GeoLiteracy
GeoSTEM
ELL
Lesson Plan Content
Description: 
Understanding cardinal directions is an important life skill. The use of cardinal directions connects us to the world by telling us where we are in relation to others. They help us navigate in such endeavors as hiking, hunting, driving, giving directions to others, etc. In this lesson, students will learn the cardinal cardinal directions and will use cardinal directions to create a map of their own and give directions to others. This lesson contains adaptations for diverse learners (ELLs).
Author: 
Tammy Nethercott
Grade Range: 
2
Duration: 
2 class periods
Lesson Materials
Teacher Instructions: 
application/pdf iconTeacher Instructions
Student Materials: 
application/pdf iconStudent Worksheets, Assessments, and Answer Keys
application/pdf iconThe United States and Capitals map (labeled)
Materials to Assist Teachers and English Language Learners: 
application/pdf iconVocabulary Cards
application/pdf iconVocabulary Test
Standards
National Geography Standards: 
1: How to use maps and other geographic representations, tools, and technologies to acquire, process, and report information