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Discussion

  • Discuss with your children about the
    different types of  maps we use.  
    Explain that a globe is a 3-d model of
    Earth.
a sphere. Point out various features:  the
continents, oceans, and where you  the
continents, oceans, and where you live.
continents, oceans, and where you live.,
oceans, and where you live. and where you
live.
Every child should experience paper mache crafts at least onece!  It's  easy
and simple to create and best of all MESSY!  Children love to feel the
different textures and qualities of this medium, and are amazed at the
different objects they can create!
Choosing a balloon:  Try to find a punching
bag balloon because of it's size and shape
when blown up.  (Dollar Tree)
Step 2
Blow up the balloon, and tie off the end.
Cut up a pile of newspaper strips.  I like
them longer better so I cut vertically.
Step 3
To keep the balloon steady, you can use a
small mixing bowl as a base.  Tape if
necessary.
Step 5
Mix up your Paper Mache (recipe) and
begin to cover your balloon with layers of
paper.
Step 6
Once you're entire balloon is covered, let it
dry.  This could take a few of hours,  just
leave it overnight.
Step 7
Draw in the continents.  Older children can
do this on their own, while younger children
will need a bit of guidence.
Step 8
As you draw in the continents, point out the
various places where one ends and the
other meets.
Step 9
Now for the fun!  Start to paint your
continents GREEN.
Step 11
Go through each continent and paint in
some Mountains (BROWN) where ever the
children feel them.
Step 10
Then let the children feel the globe.  Can
they find any mountain ranges?  
Now it's time for the oceans!  Mix up some
BLUE paint and fill in the rest!  Older
children can use different hues of blue  to
represent currents as well.
All Done
Once dry you can add in the names of the
continents an oceans, draw in an equator,
or even wind currents!  
Maps
Workbook
Full-color!  Maps
skills have never
been so much fun!
This full-color
workbook is
packed with
up-to-date maps
and engaging
activities that will
make learning
map skills a snap.
Key topics
covered include
cardinal
directions; map
keys and symbols;
map grids; road
maps; resource
maps; and lots
more.

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