World Map Project

Prepping the wall

Covering old mural

We traced the map using a projector

We had students come out of their class and paint one country each

6th grade student working on the map

Mid way point

On their way to the river, they stopped to check out the progress

Almost done

After painting a country the students had to find the country they painted on another map

Brooke putting the final touches on the map

Admiring their handy work

School of Gaantatai

Our map!

In August we finished our World Map project at the school in Gaantatai. The map turned out great and was possible thanks to Staatsolie, a Surinamese company that donated funds for the project. The map gave the students at the school a fun way to be involved in learning. It was amazing to see the students enjoy the process and begin to teach each other about the world.

My favorite moments were when you could hear one child explaining to another where certain countries were. It was a fun and interactive project that will continue to enhance the lives of the students long after we're finished in the village.