3rd graders are in the middle of a map unit in Social Studies. 3rd grade teacher, Mr. Suhr wanted the students to use all of the skills they've learned so far in a real world application. He introduced the students to Google Maps. Students stated at our school, Magee Elementary. They then wrote directions from Magee to different places in our district, like the Delafield Public Library, Dousman Elementary and more.
After writing their directions, we took the students back to Magee. I then showed them how Google Street View works. That was so fun! I asked the students to follow street view to downtown Genesee Depot, which is right down the highway from our school. Most of them found my one of my favorite businesses, Sally's Sweet Shop. I'm anxious to hear how many 3rd graders went home and looked up other places on Google Maps. Mr. Suhr shared how he was going to find his brother's new house in Texas. Google Maps is a great tool and using it effectively is a skill these students can use for years to come.
