Treasure Hunt: Longitude and Latitude

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Grade Range: 2 - 6

Learn the definitions of longitude and latitude and embark on a treasure hunt! Find the correct coordinates before the pirates get to the treasures! As you correctly answer problems, you are moved to more difficult levels.

In the Classroom

Use this site as an introduction to longitude and latitude. Share the activity on your interactive whiteboard or projector. Ask students to find coordinates for other locations on this map. If the music is distracting, click the little speaker icon to turn it off.

At Home

Take a trip with the pirates on this engaging quest while learning about reading maps, understanding coordinates, and more.

Tags

latitude, longitude, map skills, coordinates, earth,

Subjects

Earth Science/Geology, Geography (US/World), Math, Social Studies, Social Studies,