Absolute & Relative Location Lesson | Map Practice | Print & Digital | Microsoft
This lesson explores absolute and relative locations. The activities are engaging for students & the guided, 5-E format is easy for you to use! Begin with a fun “Hidden Treasure” warm-up activity, then discuss key vocabulary. Fill-in notes accompany the lesson. Next, a variety of “Show What You Know” map activities let students practice finding relative and absolute locations on real-world maps. Finally, assess learning by challenging your class to finish an “Amazing Race” activity. Print & interactive, digital versions of the materials are included. Made for traditional in-class learning or digital 1:1 classrooms. Everything you need is included!
Includes Microsoft Resources: Digital & Print
- Guided 5-E Slides Lesson
- Fill-In Notes
- 3 Practice Activities
- Answer Keys
- Teacher Reference Guide
5-E Guided Lesson:
- Engage: “Hidden Treasure” Warm-up Activity
- Explore: Vocabulary & Fill-in Notes
- Explain: Map Practice Activities
- Elaborate: “Show What You Know” Locations Activity
- Evaluate: “The Amazing Race” Activity
Aligned with Social Studies Standards: CCSS, TEKS, ELPS, and NCSS
Total Pages: 89
Time: 90 Minutes
Grades: 4-9