Globe: Land and Water

The Sandpaper Globe introduces Earth's surface through touch, creating a sensorial foundation for geography.

• Framework: Montessori
• Unit: Cultural Studies
• Learning area: Geography
• Level: Ages 3-4

Objectives

• Distinguish land from water on Earth
• Develop tactile awareness of Earth's surface
• Build foundation for geography studies

Materials

• Sandpaper Globe: blue for water, sandpaper for land

Instructions

1. Present globe. 2. Touch water (smooth): 'This is water.' 3. Touch land (rough): 'This is land.' 4. Explore with eyes closed. 5. Discuss: 'More water or land?'

Educator tip

Let children discover through touch before naming. Connect to their experiences with water and land.

Assessment

Child identifies land and water by touch and sight.

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