This lesson plan introduces the concept of direction to young children by using the location of the Sun in order to understand where east, west, north, and south are located.
Geography for Kids
Geography for Kids
How to Teach Children the Cardinal Directions
Here is a simple and effective tip for teaching children cardinal directions (north, east, south, and west).
Geography for Kids, Human Geography
Fantasy Geopolitics: The Gamification of Geography
Teacher Eric Nelson has create a fantasy geography called that combines his love of fantasy football with the study of current events, allowing students to ‘draft’ countries and political leaders.
Geography for Kids, Physical Geography
Five Books About the Arctic for Early Readers
Looking for some interesting books for emerging readers about the Arctic? Listed here are five fascinating books about the Arctic for readers ranging from 5 to 8 years old.
Geography for Kids, Geography Fun
How to Track Santa Claus this Christmas
Learn about the history of tracking Santa’s Christmas travels and how to follow Santa using NORAD’s app.
Geography for Kids
Coloring Maps
Free coloring maps that can be used as a geography teaching tool for kids and homeschooling lessons.
Geography for Kids, Physical Geography
How to Explain Hurricanes to Kids
Hurricanes are frightening events, and the confusions and lack of understanding of what’s going on can add to the stress. Sesame Street offers a toolkit that comes with videos, tips for parents, and activities to help parents explain the concept of hurricanes to kids (see also the Sesame Workshop page on […]
Geography 101, Geography for Kids
123 World Geography iPad App
A fun way for kids to learn children on the iPad is the 123 World Geography app. The application teaches geography through animation, the use of Google Maps, and voice overs in English, Spanish, French, and German that announce the names of the countries. Kids can also color various maps […]
Geography 101, Geography for Kids
Mapstats for Kids
Mapstats is filled with games to teach kids about concepts relating to geography and statistics. Activities include a game about farming, logistics, mapping, and the graphic display of statistics. The hosts of the games are two characters a globe called “Globie”, and a chart called “Stixie.” The site is from […]