Your Child Will Learn
Maps are detailed pictures that explain where things are located
Here’s What to Do
- Before taking your child on a 10-15 minute walk in your neighborhood, discuss what a map is and show them a visual example.
- As you’re walking ask your child, “What do you see? Should this go on a map”?
- Ask directional questions, like where is… how far is… or how close is…
- When you return home, give your child paper and crayons to create a map of your neighborhood based on the walk
Put PEER Into Action
PAUSE
- Stretch and jog in place to get ready for your neighborhood walk!
ENGAGE
- As your child tells you what they see, ask questions like, “what is this place” or “what is this for”?
- Follow your child’s lead by asking them, “where should we go next”?
ENCOURAGE
- Occasionally stop during the walk and ask your child, “are we close or far away from home”?
- Ask your child, “what should we draw on our map to represent what you are seeing”?
REFLECT
- Ask your child, “why did you choose to draw these things on your map”?
Not Quite Ready
Draw your own version of the map and ask your child if it’s right or what you should add
Ready for More
Find other areas in your community to create maps for
As Your Child Masters This Skill
They will be able to create simple maps from working memory
Time to Complete
15-20 minutes
Materials Needed
Paper, crayons, pencils