World Traveler Map Quest (Mini)
Using a laminated world map (small enough to fit in a purse), players identify countries mentioned in conversation, plan imaginary trips, and learn capital cities.
- Takes
- 30 min–1 hr
- Your setup
- 5 min prep
- Ages
- Ages 8–16
- Mess
- No mess
- Cost
- $$
- Where
- Indoors
How to do it
- 1Open the map and ask family members to point out where they live, where they have traveled, or where the food they ordered originates.
- 2Challenge players to name the capital of a random country pointed out by another player.
- 3Use the map to plan an imaginary trip, calculating the approximate time zones or distance between locations.
- 4If using dry-erase markers, lightly trace famous landmarks or mountain ranges.
What they're practising
- Geography Knowledge
- Cultural Awareness
- Global Perspective
- Discussion Starting