Mapland
creates an incredible learning environment - a massive
topographical map of Scotland that is completely walkover.
Mapland is a unique all school resource that appeals to all ages of
primary and secondary school pupils…….putting Mapland together is a
giant
jigsaw
puzzle in itself! It is a highly memorable
experience that brings Geography alive right in your school. It is also
an excellent teaching resource for other subject areas such as History,
Mathematics and English.
Educational
Resource Pack
- An educational resource pack is included
with Mapland hire
- The
pack includes lesson plans and activities that can be run with
Mapland.
- The activities are
cross-curricular meeting the principles of A Curriculum
for Excellence and are designed to engage pupils as active
learners based on hands-on
activities, fun learning and problem solving.
- The lesson plans are designed for primary
(P1-P7) and secondary school pupils (S1-S4) - Click here
for Lesson Plans.
- The pack includes activity cards and
props for the activities.
- Assembling
(or part assembling) Mapland is a highly enjoyable activity
and an
unforgettable learning experience on Scottish
Geography!
On Mapland Scotland pupils
can:
- See their
village, town or city in relation
to the
rest of Scotland.
- Understand North, East, South and West
and
grid
references.
- Understand scale, distance and overhead
perspective.
- Learn about Scottish Geography
and
visualise land use such as forestry, farming and
mountainous areas.
- Appreciate the impact of built up areas
and
transport networks.
- Find and discover the Scottish islands.
- Follow roads, railways, rivers and
glens.
- Walk the coastline of Scotland.
- Find Gaelic and Old Scots place names.
- Learn about Scottish history.
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