In this activity, you will practice many types of research including observation, Internet, and print media searches, as well as interviews with family, friends, and community leaders who become collaborators with you on your efforts. Through this activity, you will:
- Learn about the geography and layout of your local area
- Determine areas of need for people, other animals, and the environment
- Identify resources that may support efforts to meet community needs
- Form a deeper commitment and resulting empathy towards the people, other animals, and environment that makes up your community.
TIME REQUIREMENT
2 hours minimum, suggested multi-day/week project
MATERIALS
- Colored pencils, markers, or Crayons
- Regular pencil or pen
- Large sheets of white paper
- Glue or tape
- Stickers
- Optional: Map (printed, purchased, or hand-drawn)
- Optional: Internet
- Optional: Google My Maps or Esri ArcGIS Online (see digital mapping tutorials)
- Optional: Building materials (blocks, Legos, boxes, etc)
