Instructions for using Google Maps or Google Earth:

·        If you are using google maps, you can use any browser and just type in google maps

·        If you want to use google earth, chrome is the recommended browser. Type in google earth and then click download.

·        Once you have either google maps or google earth opened click in the search box (magnifying glass symbol) to put in each of the five ancient civilizations (you must do one at a time).

·        Once google maps/earth takes you to your destination you may need to zoom in or out to see its location.

·        Students should notice how each country is settled around a body of water (usually identified by its blue color.

·        Students should write down the name of each body of water that corresponds to each of the five ancient civilizations.

·        Although it is not a requirement, students can play around with the features of google maps/earth to find more information about each place and to learn more about this digital tool.

Explore and Enjoy!