Looking for a way to bring the world into your classroom—without ever leaving your seat? The Latitude & Longitude World Tour Activity is your passport to an engaging, no-prep geography journey designed specifically for students in grades 4–6. Whether you're teaching in person, remotely, or somewhere in between, this resource is your go-to tool for blending map skills, research, and creativity into one unforgettable learning experience.
🌍 What’s the Tour All About?
Students will travel the globe using coordinates to uncover exciting destinations across the U.S. and around the world. With each stop, they’ll dive into independent research, log their findings in a Student Travel Journal, and sketch a simple illustration to represent each new location.
This activity turns abstract concepts like latitude and longitude into hands-on, meaningful learning. It’s more than just map skills—it’s a full-fledged global adventure that sparks curiosity, critical thinking, and a sense of discovery.
🧳 What’s Inside the Activity?
✅ Packing Essentials: A materials checklist to get students prepped for their travels
✅ Student Travel Journal: Featuring 9 pre-selected destinations plus 1 student-choice location
✅ Answer Key: Includes all correct coordinates and destinations for easy review or grading
🌐 Skills Students Will Master:
Using latitude and longitude to locate real-world places
Strengthening map-reading and geographic literacy
Conducting basic research on countries and U.S. states
Practicing summarizing, note-taking, and creative expression
Building global awareness and cultural curiosity
🎯 Ideal For:
Geography or social studies units (world or U.S. focus)
Map skills review and reinforcement
Early finisher or enrichment activities
Sub plans or independent assignments
Flexible learning environments—virtual, hybrid, or traditional classrooms
⭐ Why Educators Love It:
Zero prep required—just print and go
Blends academics with creativity for deeper engagement
Promotes student independence and critical thinking
Reinforces geography standards in a fun, low-stress way
A great option for differentiating or extending learning
Final Boarding Call! ✈️
The Latitude & Longitude World Tour Activity turns learning into an adventure. Whether you're introducing new geography concepts or reinforcing essential skills, this resource makes the journey exciting, educational, and memorable. Pack your pencils, grab your map, and get ready to explore the world—one coordinate at a time!
Ready to take your class on a tour they’ll never forget? 🌎🧭
Let the adventure begin!
