Storybook Maps
Beginner
Lower Elementary School
Duration
3.0 Hours
Subject Areas
ELA, ESL, Social Studies
Equipment
Laser Cutter/Engraver
Overview
Overview
Description: This project introduces students to laser engraving as they read a storybook and create a laser-engraved map to retell the story.
Distance Learning: This project includes an in-person learning and distance learning option. The in-person learning option requires a laser cutter/engraver to complete.
Standards: This project aligns to Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts, International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Standards, Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills, and Florida CPALMS Standards for kindergarten through second grade.
21st Century Skills: Creativity
Learning Outcomes
Students will…
Identify and describe the setting, characters, and main events from a story.
Create a map based on the story.
Use and share makerspace equipment safely.
Summarize the story using their map.