Handy map
http://illuminations.nctm.org/LessonDetail.aspx?ID=L71
A lesson plan for grade K Mathematics and Social Studies
This lesson, one of a six-part unit from Illuminations titled “Going Places: Measuring and Mapping,” engages students in creating a map of their hands. It provides purpose for using directional or positional words with mapping. The teacher draws an outline of his or her hands and begins mapping them using words the students suggest. This allows the teacher to assess positional concepts students currently know and to build on that knowledge. Students then create a simple map.
North Carolina Curriculum Alignment
Mathematics (2004)
Kindergarten
- Goal 3: Geometry - The learner will explore the concepts of geometry.
- Objective 3.03: Model and use directional and positional vocabulary.
