Lesson plan

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


GeoLiteracy ELL

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).

Duration

2 class periods

Author

Julie
Letofsky

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

Teacher Instructions

LetofPlaceT.pdf (135.49 KB)

Student Materials

LetofPlaceS.pdf (676.28 KB)
LetofPlaceS2.pdf (86.54 KB)

Materials To Assist Teachers and English Language Learners

LetofPlaceELLS.pdf (609.63 KB)
LetofPlaceV.pdf (305.77 KB)

Supplemental Files