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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 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. 
Where has the Tennessee Giant Map Been?
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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. There is NO charge for the map!  
We would love to share the map with you. Please use this Google Form to request the Tennessee Giant Map.
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    • Awards and Contest >
      • AAE’s National Scholarship & Grant Program
      • AGS Geoboost: Opens in the Fall
      • AGS Teacher Fellows
      • Fund for Teachers: $5K to develop your own PD!
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      • Online Student Mapping Contest
      • Slingshot Challenges
    • Geography and GIS Programs in Tennessee
    • Join the TGA
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    • Sign up for 'Daily Geo': Today's News with a Geographical Twist
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    • Geography Games >
      • GEO's interactive quizzes
      • GeoGuessr
      • Globle
      • Worldle
    • Historical Maps
    • Geography is Everywhere! >
      • Art and Geography
      • ELA and Geography
      • Math and Geography
      • Monthly Observances >
        • African American Heritage (February)
        • Women's (March)
        • Irish-American (March)
        • Asian Pacific American (May)
        • Hispanic Heritage (September 15 to October 15)
        • Native American Heritage (November)
        • Regarding Thanksgiving
      • Science and Geography >
        • National Weather Service Resources
      • Southern Foodways
    • Tennessee Giant Map >
      • TN Giant Map Lessons and Activities
      • Next Steps
    • Lesson Plans
    • Archived Workshop Resources
  • APHG
    • American Geographical Society's (FREE) Blog Ubique
    • APHG: The Exam
    • Bell Ringers
    • ​Esri APHG GeoInquiries >
      • Esri APHG GeoInquiries Student Worksheets
    • Geographic Links
    • Geography Resources
    • iScore5, the APHG Ap (paid)
    • NCGE's APHG Resources
  • GIS
    • What is GIS?
    • Introduction to GIS Workshop
    • ArcGIS Online (Esri) Resources >
      • Get Started with ArcGIS Online
      • Getting to Know GeoInquiries >
        • GeoInquiries (Teacher Worksheets)
        • GeoInquiries (Student Worksheets)
      • Teach with GIS (Esri Lessons)
      • ArcGIS StoryMaps
      • ArcGIS Survey123
    • Esri Industries
    • Geocaching
    • GeoInspirations
    • Geospatial Revolution Project
    • GIS in CTE >
      • Career and Technical Education Instructors
      • Getting to Know GIS in CTE
      • Explore Careers in GIS (Virtual Job Shadow)
    • GIS in K-5 Classroom
    • Middle School: Where to Begin? >
      • GIS Career Investigation
      • Google Earth/Map Resources >
        • National Geographic's Google Earth Resources
        • Visualize your data on a custom map using Google My Maps (Tutorial)
        • Create a map or story in Google Earth Web (Tutorial)
        • How to Create a Geographical Map Chart in Google Sheets
  • Donate to the TGA!