Who said that Google Maps and Kindergarten would not be a positive mix?
They were wrong.
Currently working with 20+ students in Kindergarten (5 year olds) and street view. They have discovered their place. They are exploring their world. Their is joy in sharing and knowing familiar landmarks. The sessions where I get to sneak in and enjoy the sheer excitement of learning by these students makes my week.
Are we ambitious? Of course!
Do we aim for the sky? Absolutely!
Do things not work some of the time? Yes, but it builds solution seekers and resilience!
Do our students fail? Uhuh - First Attempt In Learning!
The next step after we have explored our "Hood" will be virtual excursions. This is where with an international client base we can wander the world from our classroom and there will be someone who has seen, been or planning to go!
This post by Using Technology Better has inspired teachers in our early years to give Google Maps a go.
http://usingtechnologybetter.com/using-google-maps/
http://usingtechnologybetter.com/using-google-maps/
With coaching from me and support in the classroom - what a journey we are having.
WHERE TO NEXT KIDS???
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