3-D state maps.The Project Science Social Studies Around the holidays, many of your students will be taking family trips to visit far-off relatives. Even if they're staying put right at home, this is a great time to learn U.S. geography the hands-on way. Each student picks a state. Their topographical maps See under Cadastral. - Topographical surveying. See under Surveying. See also: Topographic show off their knowledge of mountains, lakes, and towns. How To Make It 1. Have students pick their favorite states and give them a list of facts to research, such as the five largest cities, highest mountain, and biggest industries. 2. Give each student a sturdy sturdy neurological disease in sheep caused by the pressure of a Taenia multiceps metacestode. Called also gid. Elmer's Foam Board-they come in many colors! 3. Make papier-mache by mixing one part water, one part Elmer's School Glue, and newspapers. Soak the shredded shred n. 1. A long irregular strip that is cut or torn off. 2. A small amount; a particle: not a shred of evidence. tr.v. papers in water until saturated saturated /sat·u·rat·ed/ (sach´ah-rat?ed) 1. denoting a chemical compound that has only single bonds and no double or triple bonds between atoms. 2. unable to hold in solution any more of a given substance. , stir in glue, then squeeze excess liquid from paper. 4. Draw the state's outline onto the board, and then fill with papier-mache. 5. Let dry before covering with Elmer's Squeeze 'N Brush paint. 6. Use Elmer's 3D Paint Pens to indicate landmarks. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] RELATED ARTICLE: SUPPLY LIST: * Elmer's Foam Board Foam board is a type of display board made primarily with foam. It generally consists of a foam core in between two sheets of thin, rigid paper; and is characterized by its light weight, and the ease with which it is scored. * Newspapers * Elmer's School Glue * Elmer's Squeeze 'N Brush * Elmer's 3D Paint Pens * Water [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] |
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