Put Me in My Place: Using Alphanumeric Grids to Locate Places

GeoLiteracy
ELL
Lesson Plan Content
Description: 
In this lesson, students will learn and practice using an alphanumeric grid system. They will construct a neighborhood using a grid to locate common features. They will demonstrate their skill at using alphanumeric grids by locating places on a prepared map. This lesson contains strategies for diverse learners (ELLs).
Author: 
Julie Letofsky
Grade Range: 
1-2
Duration: 
2 class periods
Lesson Materials
Teacher Instructions: 
application/pdf iconTeacher Instructions
Student Materials: 
application/pdf iconWorksheet with Grid
application/pdf iconStudent Worksheets, Assessments, and Answer Keys
Materials to Assist Teachers and English Language Learners: 
application/pdf iconStudent Worksheets and Assessments for Diverse Learners
application/pdf iconVocabulary Cards
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Standards
National Geography Standards: 
1: How to use maps and other geographic representations, tools, and technologies to acquire, process, and report information
3: How to analyze the spatial organization of people places, and environments on Earth's surface
4: The physical and human characteristics of places