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Talking with the Neighbors

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Materials

2 rakes

2 snow shovels

crumpled white tissue paper (to represent snow)

crumpled tissue paper balls in orange red, brown and

yellow, to represent leaves

masking tape

Instructions

l Cut each laminated map into pieces to make a simple jigsaw puzzle. Cut
along state lines to create several pieces, depending on the age and ability of
the children. Place each set of puzzle pieces in a zip-lock bag.
What To Do
1. Display a large classroom map of the United States of America. Point out that
our country is made up of 50 different states. See if the children can identify
the state they live in. Ask the children if they have visited other states. Identify
states on the map that children have visited.
2. Tell the children that they will be putting together jigsaw puzzles of the United
States of America. Give each child a set of puzzle pieces and have them
complete the puzzles.
Teacher - to - Teacher Tip
l When cutting the maps into puzzle pieces, make each set a little different.
Vary the size and shape of the pieces, as well as the number of pieces in each
puzzle. Once the children have completed their puzzles, they can trade with
others.
Assessment
To assess the children's learning, consider the following:
l Can the children identify the state they live in?
l Can the children complete their puzzles with minimal or no help?

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