Seventh graders master the global grid — latitude and longitude — learning how these imaginary lines, measured from the equator and the Prime Meridian, give every place on Earth an exact address.
Students will be able to…
How can a ship in the middle of the vast ocean know exactly where it is? The answer is a grid of imaginary lines that covers the whole planet — latitude and longitude.
Project this and change the latitude and longitude. Watch the point move across the globe and see its exact coordinates and hemisphere!
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How can a ship in the vast ocean know exactly where it is?
Students investigate.
Students analyze.
Students communicate.
Students conclude.
Aligned to the C3 Framework for Social Studies State Standards (World Geography).
Use geographic tools like coordinates to explain locations.
Use maps to explain spatial patterns.
Use geographic sources to locate places.
Gather and evaluate geographic information.
Preview the three formative checks. Tap “Sample answer” to see what mastery looks like — hide them before you print for students.
Have students use an atlas or map to find the latitude and longitude of famous places and their own hometown. A printable coordinates sheet is in the Social Studies library.
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A print-and-go review sheet with a built-in answer key. Tap “Show answer key” to reveal answers, or print the clean version for students.