GEOTHEATER© ... What's in a name?
GEO ... Geography is the foundation for our Educational Learning Resources
THEATER ... The large scale map of the world that forms the stage on which students perform the learning resources.

Learning Outcomes:
From this resource it is anticipated that students will:

• Learn location, shape and size of all continents, oceans and countries of the world.
• Develop spatial comprehension.
• Learn to work as a team through cooperation.
• Learn to follow instructions and plans.
• Earn a 'feel good' sense of accomplishment and pride of ownership.

Grade Level 5 - 8 covering subjects:

• Geography
• Fine Arts
• Mathematics
• Teamwork

Equipment Needed:
Mediums: We anticipate that most GEOTHEATERS will be created on outdoor hard surface areas. The basic procedures are the same for most environments. The only limitation would be space.

Materials: To create your hard surface GEOTHEATER you will need:

• Compass
• A ball of strong string
• Yard/meter stick
• Tape measure
• 5 nails or tacks
• Chalk, washable felts and indelible markers
• Paint brushes - 1/2 inch & 3 inch widths
• Small and large rollers
• Paint: 6 colors for the continents plus white for Antarctica, blue for the oceans (color suggestions are included in the resource) and black for the country outlines & signatures.

Suggestions:
When choosing paint, consult with your local paint supplier as surfaces and climates will vary. Quantities will also vary depending on your scale and your paint's coverage. We DO NOT recommend permanently placing the names of the continents, countries or oceans on the GEOTHEATER, as this will reduce the effectiveness of the Learning Resource Modules. You may, as lessons in Geography & Art, customize your GEOTHEATER with dots or stars for areas of importance in your country or make stencils for animals, fish, trees, mountains, etc.