AGES 8 - 11 • EXPLORING OUR WORLD
Take A Walk
Students explore their own communities, sharing what makes their local area unique with international partners before discovering new places and perspectives around the world.
Key Learning Objectives
Cultural Exchange
Students will gain insights into each other's hometowns, learning about different cultures and environments.
Digital Literacy
Students will develop skills in using Google Maps and capturing screenshots to create virtual tours.
Geography
Students will develop skills in using Google Maps and capturing screenshots to create engaging virtual tours.
Subjects
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Students explore their local environment and partner cities using tools like Google Maps and Google Earth. They build spatial awareness, analyze urban features, and compare global locations, supporting geographic inquiry and digital mapping skills.
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Students learn to take screenshots, crop images, add text, and format slides effectively. They use presentation tools to create clear, engaging visual tours, building digital design and communication skills.
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Students work with international partners to co-create digital walking tours of global cities. Through video calls and shared slide decks, they learn about one another’s cultures and communities, fostering intercultural exchange and shared exploration.
Creative Outcome
The project culminates in the creation of a shared virtual walk around a global location chosen by the group. This final product will showcase their geographical map skills, digital creativity, and collaborative learning, offering a unique exploration of a place they've discovered together.
