Week 1
Lesson 1
Treasure maps 
We will look at a mysterious map and follow a path where we could possibly find a buried treasure.  This treasure map might be pretend, but it still gives us a chance to discuss real map terms like the compass rose and how pictures and words can be used on a map to show the terrain like quicksand and deep lakes.  The map-making challenge will be to make a treasure map of their own.  The first week also has a short bonus video lesson with a map-making game you can do at home.
 Week 2
Lesson 2
Maps of special places
We will look at visitor maps of the San Diego Zoo and a San Diego state beach, noticing lots of ways that symbols, pictures, numbers, and words are included on the map to help us find our way around these places.  We will also see how a key/legend can help us to understand a map’s symbols.  Our map challenge of the week will be connected to making a map of a special place, real or imagined, and will encourage learners to include symbols and a key on their map.
 Week 3
Lesson 3
Street maps & using a map to find your way
This week’s video will take us outdoors as learners virtually join me and my dog for a short walk.  We will be on the lookout for landmarks and details that we can add to a basic street map.  This week's maps give us the opportunity to talk about street names and landmarks, as well as discuss how we can use a map to find our way.  Learners will get to make a map of a real or imagined place with information to help someone find their way along the path they create.
 Week 4
Lesson 4
Unusual maps
Did you know that people can use a map to find the path up the side of a rock wall, or that they have maps of the ocean floor?  We will look at a few examples of unusual maps and notice how they are different and how they are the same as some of the previous maps we have seen during our class.  These maps will help get our creative juices flowing for this week's map-making challenge.  Learners will be invited to make an unusual map of their own that still includes some of the key map components.