Shepherd University is hosting National Geographic’s “Giant Traveling Maps” once again in the Storer Ballroom and the Wellness center, giving kids in neighboring elementary and middle schools the chance to explore the continent of Africa. The vinyl 26′ by 35′ floor map presents the opportunity to learn Africa’s geography in a fun and interactive way that a smaller map wouldn’t be able to do as successfully. National Geographic loans out maps of North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa and the Pacific Ocean to gives kids in kindergarten through eighth grade the opportunity to stand on and move around a map, giving them a better sense of where areas and landmarks are located around the world.
In addition to the map, activity stations are set up for students to compare the geography of Africa to other continents.
The activities director Linda Poff will accompany the map and coordinate the activities and games for the children.The map is free and open to the public, encouraging university classes to embrace the learning experience.
Students explore the giant map of Africa provided by National Geographic.
The map of Africa will be in the Storer Ballroom Monday, April 11th between 8am to 8pm and Tuesday, April 12th between 8am to 3pm. The map will then move to the Wellness Center Gym Wednesday the 13th through Friday the 15th and will be available for viewing from 8am to 8pm.
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