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Kerrie's brainstorm of the uses of maps in multiple subject areas:
Math – learn about measurement and distance between two places by tying in maps that are tied to the current history topic. Writing – use a map as a story starter. Have students analyze a map of a certain area or time period and tell a story about traveling during that time. Reading – maps can be utilized to follow the movement of a story across settings. History – reinforce and visualize the geography of places mentioned. Science – elevation maps can be utilized to study physical features and natural events of a specific area.

 Nicole's thoughts-- I added my comments in black, bold letters to Kerrie's already completed SEA Worksheet.

Nicole's additions to the brainstorm of the uses of maps in multiple subject areas (in red):

When I think of using maps in the classroom, I don’t just think of using “maps” like the ones we just reviewed. Below is a link of “maps” that can be used for a variety of different subjects. We often think of them simply as “graphic organizers,” but they also are maps in the manner in which they arrange and provide us with information.

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However, “maps” in the traditional thought can be used across curriculum areas too. Kerrie has compiled a fantastic list, but I’ve added a few ideas (in red) myself.

Math – learn about measurement and distance between two places by tying in maps that are tied to the current history topic. Students can use map scales to determine the distance between locations. Students can also use population maps/data to calculate answers to various questions in regards to population.

Writing – use a map as a story starter. Have students analyze a map of a certain area or time period and tell a story about traveling during that time. Students can create a written response comparing/contrasting different versions of maps.

Reading – maps can be utilized to follow the movement of a story across settings. See the blue link above to see several different “maps” that can be used for comprehension, vocabulary review, theme, problem/solution, cause/effect, etc.

History – reinforce and visualize the geography of places mentioned. Maps can show geographic locations. Maps can represent different battles or show routes that people took like the Lewis/Clark journey below.

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Science – elevation maps can be utilized to study physical features and natural events of a specific area. In Science, maps would be used to study meteorology and the different aspects that go hand-in-hand with this area.

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