Whooping Crane Map the Migration
Maps and Data for Plotting the Migration Maps First, choose your map and your mapping method. Many teachers simply print and analzye our migration map. The map is found in each daily migration report when the migration is underway, along with a link to the data. (See right.) If mapping skills are your focus, you may want to plot the migration. You may purchase this recommended map, print a blank migration map, or make your own hand-made map. Some teachers plot the migration as a class. Others give students individual maps so they can practice mapping skills themselves. Data Information about the cranes' location is provided in each daily migration report. Date, County, State, Latitude, and Longitude are given. Don't be worried if you miss a day or two! Notice the chart includes cumulative data: See: SAMPLE Migration Data	Whooping Crane Migration Map Fall 2011 (map/data)
Ways to Analyze the Migration and Maps Students encounter real-life questions about the migration as they follow the map and the narrative in migration updates. There are many fascinating ways to consider what is happening! As the migration unfolds, teachers can: See Making Sense of Journey North Maps: Core Questions. This basic entry level approach is helpful for all ages. Review Inquiry Strategies for help. (For example, see "Supporting Productive Discussions"). Seek guidance in the lesson Analyzing Journey North Maps. This lesson helps students analyze what's happening and interpret why it's happening. Compare this year's migration map to those since ultralight-led migrations began in 2001. (See Fall Migration Archives). Have students consider the "journaling questions" included in the updates. (See SAMPLE Journaling Questions). Revisit the Migration Chart frequently, and encourage students to make notes and record their own tally marks for flight days and no-fly days as the migration unfolds. Have students compare this year's migration to last year's and refine their predictions. Facebook Pinterest Twitter © 1997 – 2019 Journey North. All rights reserved.