Mapping Our Classroom with Pictures

A Prep Maths Adventure Learning about where things are! 30 minutes of fun mapping

WALT - We Are Learning To

Create a basic map of our classroom Use special location words Show where things are with pictures Talk about where objects are placed

Success Criteria - How We Know We're Learning

I can use words like 'next to' and 'behind' I can make a simple map of our classroom I can put furniture in the right places I can tell someone about my map

Location Language Game

Let's play 'Where is it?' Look around our classroom Use words like: next to, behind, in front of, between Point and describe what you see!

Our Classroom Map Template

Guided Mapping Together

Watch me place things on our big map I'll use our location words The bookshelf is NEXT TO the window The teacher's desk is IN FRONT OF the board

Make Your Own Classroom Map

Use your blank map template Choose picture cards or draw items Remember to use location words Take your time - there's no rush!

Think About Your Map

What did you put next to the door? What is behind the teacher's desk? Which items are close together? What location words did you use?

Share Your Amazing Maps

{"left":"Show your map to a friend\nUse location words to describe it\nListen carefully to your friend's map","right":"Ask questions about their choices\nGive each other compliments\nCelebrate your hard work together"}

We Are Mapping Experts!

We learned location words today We made maps of our classroom We can describe where things are We shared our work with friends Tomorrow we'll explore more spaces!