Springtime: It’s for the Birds
It’s officially springtime, and after thinking of plants and blooms, our thoughts turn to our feathered friends returning from warmer climes. Ask your students if they’ve noticed more birds lately. Research bird migration patterns in your area and take...
Spring Has Sprung
Today, on the first day of Spring, we want to share maps of springtime. What better way to map the spring than to follow the planting maps? Here in Texas, we’ve had some lovely spring interludes already. What’s it like today where you are? If you...
A Month of Women’s History Maps & Resources
Not only is it International Women’s Day, it is also Women’s History Month. To celebrate women, we’re sharing two mega resources: Google’s stream of Women’s Rights maps and the official U.S. Women’s History Site. With literally...
MAAP: Mapping the African American Past
MAAP is a treasure trove of educational resources, full of lessons and maps for teachers exploring African American History. The website is a geographic learning environment, enabling students and visitors to browse locations in New York and read profiles of...