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Sp are doing Gr4-7 Math activitiy

Each station, complete a maths & map-work activity, separating the two, so that everyone can contribute

Each teacher is in charge of their station/ activity,

this includes printing and setting up

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Latitude and longitude is one of those concepts that not all students are able to grasp right away. Lucky for you, there are a ton of fun and engaging strategies that can give your students multiple ways to practice. Keep reading to learn about some of my favorite latitude and longitude practice activities that I've used in my classroom, as well as how to get your FREE Batman latitude and longitude coordinate puzzle.

Students already love it when they get to play games in school, but they especially love getting to play battleship with a friend. I created my own latitude and longitude battleship template that I let students play throughout the year. The game allows students to practice giving coordinates using the correct order (latitude before longitude) and helps them remember which is which. Battleship is one of my go-to activities when a lesson doesn't take as long as I thought it would and we have a weird amount of time left before the bell rings. I also leave a few copies of the game in my sub folder in case students finish their work early and need something to occupy their time so they don't cause mischief. The directions are included right on the battleship template, so students can always refresh themselves on the directions if needed.

I have recently updated this resource to now include a digital version of latitude and longitude Battleship as well!

Hands-On Latitude and Longitude Activities

Students love an interactive demonstration of latitude and longitude, and oranges and balloons are great tools for making this happen. Although I've never done it, pumpkins can be used for this too!

Latitude and Longitude Oranges

Oranges are fun because:

they have easily identifiable areas that can represent the north and south poles and you can poke toothpicks through them to talk about the tilt of the earth's axis

you can draw on them with Sharpies

you can peel them and try to lay the peels flat to represent the difficulty of mapping a round object (Earth) on a flat, two dimensional surface like a map

the insides of the orange have natural longitude lines and you can split the orange in half to represent hemispheres

and you can enjoy them as a tasty snack when you're done!

However, I've also found that there are a few reasons why you wouldn't want to use oranges. If you have 150+ students like I did, it can be expensive to provide everyone with an orange! If you go this route, I actually recommend using clementines instead. They're smaller, cheaper, and easier to peel!

Another issue with oranges (and clementines) is that they're difficult to write on! Even with new Sharpies, the ink doesn't show up clearly. Oranges also tend to be a little sticky and messy when you peel them, so expect to have to clean desks and hands before and after the activity.

Latitude and Longitude Balloons

I personally prefer to use balloons for teaching latitude and longitude instead! Although they come with their own classroom management issues (blowing them up, noise, accidental poppings, etc.), they're cheaper and much easier to write on.

I had my students label the Prime Meridian, Arctic circle, Antarctic circle, Tropic of Cancer, Tropic of Capricorn, and the Equator. We also discussed how the very top of the balloon represents the North Pole and the tie at the bottom represents the South Pole. It helps to only fill the balloon with a little air to keep it round instead of oblong. Depending on the age group you're working with, you can also have students draw continents and label oceans. And as long as it's not too windy, this is a really fun activity that you can do outside!

I LOVE latitude and longitude coordinate puzzles for a few reasons. First, they are super fun and engaging for students. They love trying to figure out what their shape is going to be as they plot latitude and longitude coordinates. I love them as a teacher because it's very easy to see which students have mastered using lat & long coordinates and those that are still struggling. Another cool feature of the puzzles is that they can be easily differentiated.

A simple puzzle like this star is great for younger students or those that need a little more scaffolding. An advanced puzzle like this Halloween-themed Jack-O-Lantern is perfect for students who want to push themselves. I've created a ton of these practice puzzles because my students loved them so much, including themed puzzles for different holidays, some continents, and all 50 U.S. states.

But my students' favorite has always been this Batman puzzle and you can get it for free!

Latitude and Longitude Map Game

This game is also an excellent no-prep activity that you can use for random amounts of time left in class. All you need is a class set of maps! I divided the class into multiple teams and would call out the latitude and longitude coordinates of major cities. One student from each team would go head to head to see who could identify the city first, earning their team a point. At the end of the game, the team with the most points would get bragging rights and occasionally a small gift like a sticker or piece of candy. It's fun to mix things up every once in a while by calling a city and having the students provide the coordinates.
Have you tried any of these latitude and longitude activities in your classroom? I'd love to hear about your experiences or any other ideas you have in the comments below!

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Latitude and Longitude Activities | Dr. Loftin's Learning Emporium

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Looking for fun latitude and longitude activities for your classroom? Get a free puzzle and learn about my favorite latitude and longitude activities!

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Build a City Map - Printable Geography Set

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It’s time for some fun geography hands-on learning! I love mapping activities and have put together a fun printable set to build a city map. This fun printable set is 15 pages long and includes 5 different

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FREE Follow the Directions Activity Pack

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Following the directions is a skill all kids must learn. Why not make it more fun with this FREE Follow the Directions Activity Pack? These printable worksheets will take them around the town, to animal habitats, through their own bodies, and more! Follow the Directions Activity Pack Using simple directions such as “go left three”…

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Zoo Builder - Integrated Geometry Area & Perimeter Project - Critical Thinking/problem Solving Skills, Creative Thinking, Leadership Skills, Self-Monitoring And Self-Direction Skills, Project Management Skills

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How Can Geometry Be Applied To Designing A Zoo? If your Geometry class feels like a zoo, then maybe you ought to join them! In this integrated geometry project, students will put their area and perimeter skills to the test! Focusing on unique shapes, regular polygons, apothems, and irregular figures, students determine which exhibits fit which animals' needs.

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If you’re looking for a great unplugged computing resource to help teach coding to your KS1 class then this KS1 Unplugged Coding Safari Map may be just what you are after. Simply download and print the map and the differentiated activity sheets and your children are ready to practise their coding skills as they follow the algorithm to find the safari animals. Perfect to put into areas of continuous provision or to support computer work in animal or safari-themed topics.

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KS1 Collect the Apples Coding Activity Sheet

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This KS1 Collect the Apples Coding Activity Sheet is a simple and fun way for KS1 children to practise the skill of coding in the classroom. Challenge your class to write their own algorithms using arrows to collect the correct number of apples from the tree.The first sheet displays a beautifully illustrated apple tree in a grid along with clear instructions on how to complete the activity. The second sheet includes three blank command cards and guidance on how many apples to collect.This KS1 Collect the Apples Coding Activity Sheet also includes an answer sheet with an example of a possible solution for each command card. Looking for a similar resource? Download and print this KS1 Computer-Free Coding Activity: Writing Algorithms to add to your collection of unplugged computing resources!

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Grade 2 Robotics and Coding Recognising a Pattern - Symbols

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In a Grade 2 activity focusing on non-linear pattern recognition, learners engage in identifying and understanding patterns that do not follow a straightforward linear sequence. By exploring patterns in various forms such as geometric shapes, colours, or sequences of movements, learners develop critical thinking skills and spatial awareness.

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Grade 3 Robotics and Coding Pattern Recognition

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Introduce your Grade 3 learners to the fascinating world of patterns with our engaging Pattern Recognition worksheets. In this activity learners must follow the pattern through a maze.Pattern recognition is a fundamental cognitive skill that forms the basis of understanding algorithms. By grasping patterns early on, learners lay a strong foundation for future learning in robotics and coding. These skills are essential in today’s technology-driven world, where problem-solving and logical thinking are crucial. Integrating robotics and coding into the curriculum not only makes learning fun but also aligns with STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) subjects, fostering a holistic approach to education.

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Grade 3 Robotics and Coding Decoding Using Clues

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In this engaging Grade 3 coding activity, learners will explore the fascinating world of numerical codes to decode and encode messages. By assigning numbers to letters of the alphabet learners can decipher secret messages and create their own coded communications. Understanding basic coding concepts like this is crucial for grasping the fundamentals of robotics. Robotics involves programming machines to perform tasks, often relying on sequences and algorithms—similar to the logic used in coding messages. For Foundation Phase learners, studying robotics and coding cultivates problem-solving skills, logical thinking, and creativity. It introduces them to technology early on, preparing them for a future where these skills are increasingly valuable in various fields.

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What will children learn from this Introduction to Area Resource?

This lovely PowerPoint presentation is the perfect introduction to Area for your class. It includes the learning objective 'I am learning to find the area of a shape', as well as information about what Area is, how we measure it, and some fun Area challenges to complete with your learners.

The colourful visuals on our PowerPoint is sure to engage your learners and help them to understand what is meant by cm². It uses a squared background and different colours to show your class how to calculate the area of shapes containing right angles, like a rectangle.

Our Introduction to Area resource also teaches children how to calculate the area of unusual shapes (shapes that don't contain right angles). This is a great way to introduce the concept of Estimation to your children! They will learn what an estimate is, and how we can make an educated guess to find the area of these shapes.

What other Twinkl resources can I use to teach area?

Alongside this Introduction to Area resource, why not use our Calculate Area Interactive PowerPoint? This is a fun tool to engage pupils in calculating the area of shapes like rectangles and squares. Perfect to use on your interactive whiteboard during your lesson input, or as part of an active station rotation!

Our Calculate the Area Worksheet is a lovely task for beginners. Children are asked to find the area of various shapes by counting tiles, very similar to the examples they will have completed in the Introduction to Area PowerPoint! This handy resource is also differentiated to suit the varying learning needs within your class.

Are your learners feeling confident with calculating the area of a shape? Then challenge them to apply their knowledge in the real world! Use our Real World Area Problem Challenge Cards to encourage children to think about area applications around them! This resource includes word problems containing cm² and m², as well as half measurements. Problems include:

Calculating how many tiles will be needed to cover a bathroom floor.

Working out which rug to buy for a bedroom, by calculating the area.

Calculating how many square meters of concrete will be needed for a patio.

How do you calculate the area of a shape?

The area of rectangles and squares are easier to calculate than shapes that don't contain right angles.

To find the area of a rectangle, simply calculate the length and the width of the shape. Then, multiply these together to find the area. For example, lets take a rectangle with a length of 2cm, and a width of 4cm. You would calculate the area by multiplying 2cm x 4cm which equals 8cm². So, the area of the rectangle is 8cm².

For a square, all the sides are the same. This means you only need to find the length of one side and then multiply it by itself! For example, lets take a square with the length 3cm. You would multiply 3cm x 3cm which equals 9cm². So, the area of the square is 9cm².

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This lovely PowerPoint presentation is the perfect introduction to Area for your class. It includes the learning objective 'I am learning to find the area of a shape', as well as information about what Area is, how we measure it, and some fun Area challenges to complete with your learners.

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How can I use this resource?

This is a lovely way to assist Grade 3 learners with what perimeter is and how to calculate it.

This activity assists learners with how to calculate the perimeter and what the perimeter is.

It is a good way to introduce the concept to learners and a lovely way for them to understand and remember what perimeter is. This activity also enhances the learners adding skills.

This activity can be done individually by the learners.

This resource is available in super eco colour, for ink saving.

Are there any Grade 3 perimeter worksheets?

This is a lovely worksheet to assist Grade 3 learners, in getting used to what is perimater and how to calculate it. Learners are told what perimeter is and then given an example of how to calculate it.

It is a good worksheet to use when the concept is introduced to the learners and it needs to be reinforced.

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This is a lovely way to assist Grade 3 learners with what perimeter is and how to calculate it. This activity assists learners with how to calculate the perimeter and what the perimeter is. It is a good way to introduce the concept to learners and a lovely way for them to understand and remember what perimeter is.

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How can I introduce area at Level 3?

This lesson looks at calculating the areas of shapes by using multiplication. Students are exposed to the concept of area and what it is by clarifying the definition. Students look at rectangle arrays and discuss that using multiplication is an efficient method. Students are challenged with shapes that need to be split into two or three rectangles to determine out the area.

Students gain a more in-depth knowledge of this in guided groups where students determine the area of shapes that are drawn on the board. Students independently share their knowledge in a differentiated worksheet.

The lesson ends with an engaging game where students are trying to create unique shapes that have an area that is the same. This helps students think in an abstract way about different shapes that could have the same area. Students practice drawing common and uncommon shapes.

The games in this pack include two board games; one that engages students using a desert island theme, and another that uses practical materials to develop reasoning skills around area.

This pack is designed to meet the New Zealand Level 3 Mathematics Achievement Objective: Find areas of rectangles and volumes of cuboids by applying multiplication.

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Level 3 Area: Use Multiplication to Calculate the Area of a Rectangle Lesson 1 - Arrays and Multiplication

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This lesson looks at calculating the areas of shapes by using multiplication. Students are exposed to the concept of area and what it is by clarifying the definition. Students look at rectangle arrays and discuss that using multiplication is an efficient method.

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Present the concept of arrays to your students with our Math Arrays PowerPoint. This resource is a great introduction to the method of using arrays to depict multiplication or repeated addition. Students will love the adorable space theme of the PowerPoint! Looking for more multiplication resources? Check out our Repeated Addition Worksheets! Read More: Candy Store Arrays Interactive Matching Game This resource addresses the following standards: CCSS 2.OA.4; TEKS Math 2.6.A.