Lesson 1

Lesson 1 – Make a topographical Map

How to make a map:

            Salt Clay:

            2 ½ cups flour

            1 cup salt

            1 cup water

            Mix it up and store in an air tight container in the refrigerator.  I wrapped mine up in plastic wrap to keep it moist.

            I went to the craft store and picked up a large piece of foam core. 

            We used a basic clip art of California to go off of and free handed the outline of our state.  (I actually had my husband do that part).  Then my son and I took clay to add mountains, valleys, etc.  Keep in mind where the Sacramento and American rivers are going to come out of the mountains and try to keep a little groove there so it will be easier to paint.

            We had a great time discussing different mountains and places that we have been and where we have camped.

            This will take a few days to dry.  While it is drying we will focus on learning the regons of the state.