National Geographic Giant Map for Donner Trail Elementary

Moderation state
funded
Grant Applicant
Ashley Staron
School Site
Donner Trail Elementary
Grant Category
History/ Social Science
Mathematics & Science
Grant Date
2018-04-30T12:00:00
Description

This larger than life way to teach young people the power of maps and the limitless depth of geography using a half court-sized map of a continent or a classroom-sized state map on which they can explore, travel around, compete, collaborate and have lots of fun. The National Geographic Giant Map is an enormously entertaining and educationally powerful tool for introducing geography and map reading skills to students, grades K-12. This grant is requesting the purchase of both the North American continent and State of California maps. 

Benefits of Program

A giant National Geographic map of North America, measuring 26 feet by 35 feet, gives student explorers a geographic experience like no other. The National Geographic Giant Traveling Map brings with it rich content and exciting activities to enliven the study of geography, making it a fun, interactive experience. The map is based on the National Geographic reference map series and on the North America map in the “National Geographic Atlas of the World, 8th Edition.”The new giant map, designed for grades K-8, includes interactive games, geography adventures, and lessons that teach students about the physical characteristics of North America as well as its rich history and varied cultures. 

Success of Program

The success of these maps will be measured by the depth of geography knowledge obtained by the students and their application of social studies and science concepts in connection to their continent and state. We could use these maps to bring together families with geography nights/ or tie them into open house night where parents can play the games with their child on the maps. 

Implementation

This map can be rolled up for folded for easy storage. These maps will be used by all classes for interactive lessons to support concepts in science, social studies, and geography in grade K-5. 

Can you share this grant with your grade level or subject team?

All Donner Trail students will use these maps and have access to them at any time for lesson support. 

Sustainability
This is a one time purchse of two maps made out of strong vinyl material that is dourable to last for many generations of Donner Trail students to utilze to enrich their learning experience and connections between what and where things occur in both science and social studies.
Amount Funded
$2745.00
Individual Budget Items(s)
$1860 - Continental Map of North America
$775 - State Map California
Shipping
$110.00
Taxes
$0.00
Supporting Links
Link to National Geographic Traveling Maps