NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC GIANT TRAVELING MAP OF TENNESSEE
Students in Tennessee can learn more about geography with one of the world’s largest maps of the state. The National Geographic Giant Traveling Map of Tennessee was given to the state by the National Geographic Society as an expression of the Society’s commitment to educating students about the world and empowering them to make a difference.
The brightly colored, smooth vinyl surface of the map accurately illustrates Tennessee’s rivers, lakes, mountains, cities, and capital. Designed for students in grades K-5 (although it can be used with Middle Grades) the map also comes with a trunk full of materials, including interactive games, geography and math adventures, and hands- and feet-on interactive lessons that teach students about the physical characteristics of the state as well as its rich history.
The brightly colored, smooth vinyl surface of the map accurately illustrates Tennessee’s rivers, lakes, mountains, cities, and capital. Designed for students in grades K-5 (although it can be used with Middle Grades) the map also comes with a trunk full of materials, including interactive games, geography and math adventures, and hands- and feet-on interactive lessons that teach students about the physical characteristics of the state as well as its rich history.
The picture above shows how one Tennessee teacher set up materials before student use. The teacher pulled books about Tennessee (not included) and arranged the provided resources in clear bins (note the colored lanyards in each bin which align with the ‘base camp’ corners of the map). Each bin contains some of the materials needed for various lessons and activities.
The classroom-sized map, measuring 16 feet by 20 feet, allows students to explore by getting out of their seats and experiencing Tennessee through rich content and exciting activities.
The classroom-sized map, measuring 16 feet by 20 feet, allows students to explore by getting out of their seats and experiencing Tennessee through rich content and exciting activities.
There is NO charge for the map!
I know you and your school/class will enjoy and learn from using this map. It’s an amazing tool and I’m grateful to Nat Geo and the Tennessee Geographic Alliance for this opportunity.
Feel free to share this information with other teachers or schools.
Thanks,
Charlotte Ellington
I know you and your school/class will enjoy and learn from using this map. It’s an amazing tool and I’m grateful to Nat Geo and the Tennessee Geographic Alliance for this opportunity.
Feel free to share this information with other teachers or schools.
Thanks,
Charlotte Ellington