Mapping It - Level 21-22

Mapping It explores the different types of maps people use to navigate and understand their environment-from mall directories to digital GPS systems. This non-fiction text introduces young readers to various maps with vibrant visuals, clear captions, and labelled images. A glossary, index, and contents page help students navigate the text and build information literacy. The text supports vocabulary development with plural word endings (e.g. parks, stores, trains) and digraphs like œwh and œsh. By connecting to the anchor text Discovering My World (pages 10-11), it expands students' understanding of place and space. Through real-world examples, this book shows how people use maps to make sense of complex locations and plan routes efficiently. It's an ideal resource for fostering early geographical awareness and integrating literacy with humanities content.

Educational Benefits:

• Enhances spatial awareness and understanding of different map types
• Builds non-fiction text navigation skills with glossary, index, and headings
• Supports decoding of phonetic patterns and contractions
• Encourages vocabulary growth with location and navigation terms

Classroom Ideas:

• Create a class map of the school using symbols and a simple key
• Use digital maps to explore different countries or plan a journey
• Compare historical and modern maps and discuss their features
• Design a treasure map and write directions using position words

Safety & Information:

• Ages: 7-9
• Book size: 150mm x 210mm
• Suitable for independent reading or group discussion
• Printed using non-toxic inks and durable pages