Archived: Early Childhood: Where Learning Begins Geography

Ages 4–5

u If you live near a river, lake, or ocean you might observe barges loaded with automobiles,

machinery, or even garbage.  Watch for trucks and ships carrying different materials and

goods.  Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the different ways goods are

shipped.

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People travel and so do goods, clothing, and other materials.  Look around your house for

items made in different countries.  Don't forget to check the labels on the foods you eat to

see where they came from.  Talk about how these things ended up in your home.

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