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Household emergencies often require supplies from a home improvement store. Pupils view a map showing a home and three different stores to determine which is the closest. Follow-up activities find close food options as well.
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Instructional Ideas
- Discuss the difference between distance and distance traveled
- Explain why the shorter distance isn't always the fastest
Classroom Considerations
- Assumes prior knowledge of the distance formula
- This content requires Adobe Flash to view
Pros
- Uses Google maps, which many are familiar with
- Easily adjusts to different levels by changing the size of the grid
Cons
- None