Community Invited to Explore the World's Largest Map of Africa
The Oxford School District in partnership with the Mississippi Geographic Alliance (MGA) at the University of Mississippi invite the community to explore the National Geographic's Giant Traveling Map of Africa, the world's largest map of Africa, during two special community-wide events Monday, February 23 and Tuesday, February 24. Children and adults alike can explore the world's diverse geography on the basketball court-sized map during two community-wide events on Oxford school campuses: Monday, February 23 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Oxford Elementary School Gym 1637 Highway 30 East, Oxford Tuesday, February 24 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Oxford Middle School Gym 222 Bramlett Boulevard, Oxford. "During the school days when the map is on our school campuses, Oxford Elementary School and Oxford Middle Schools students will explore the world's second largest continent," said Oxford Elementary School Gifted teacher Theresa Bates. The map's brightly colored, smooth vinyl surface will offer a hands- and feet-on traveling experience through Africa from its deep forests to the Sahara Desert, bringing the geography to life in a meaningful way. The map also has a trunk full of accessories, including interactive activities and props and photo cards to teach participants about the physical characteristics of the continent as well as its rich history, wildlife and cultures. Participants can bring their iPads to use during the interactive activities. The event is free, and the community is invited to experience a fun night of geography and history. The Mississippi Geographic Alliance works to strengthen geographic literacy in the state of Mississippi. As part of the nationwide network of state alliances sponsored by the National Geographic Society, MGA uses workshops, online resources and other programs to help educators prepare students to embrace a diverse world, succeed in the global economy and steward the planet's resources. For more information on the Oxford School District, visit www.oxfordsd.org.
Date and Time
Tuesday Feb 24, 2015
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM CST
Tuesday, February 24 from 5 to 7 p.m.
Location
Oxford Middle School Gym 222 Bramlett Boulevard Oxford, Mississippi 38655
Fees/Admission
Free admission and open to the general public.
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Oxford School District
(662) 234-3541
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