Computer Lab Activities
Mapman Game
This fun activity challenges students to answer four geography-related questions.
- Grades: 3–5, 6–8
Cartographer Jim McMahon, who creates maps for Scholastic’s magazines, hosts the “Mapman Game” interactive activity. Each four-question quiz tests students’ geographical know-how!
A “Tips & Hints” section offers helpful clues if students need help, and a fun illustrated map accompanies each answer.
Sample Question:
Which of the following places is not part of the United Kingdom?
- England
- Hong Kong
- Scotland
- Wales
Choose from 30+ Mapman Games on the following subjects:
- Africa
- Arctic
- Asia
- Australia
- Bodies of Water
- Europe
- North America
- World
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- Subjects:Geography and Map Skills, Maps and Globes
- Skills:Maps
