Students can explore maps and electronic communication with this hands on map activity. Add an extension to make a classroom quilt map!

 This is a two day lesson. The first day is a lesson about the history of computers. The students will look at pictures of past computers, computers of today and then discuss what they think the computers of the future will be like.The second day, the students will be looking at components of computers with several fun and exciting stations to help them learn the names of the components (parts and types) of computers such as, desktop computer, laptop computer, tablets, mouse, CPU,  printer, etc.  

Use pirate maps and treasure to explore basic map concepts – and responsible behaviors associated with using information and technology!