Lesson Plan
Community Impact Mapping Plan
Students will identify and map local community assets and challenges, then collaboratively design a visual representation that highlights civic strengths and areas for growth.
This lesson deepens place-based learning by linking geography, data analysis, and civic engagement. It empowers students to critically evaluate their community and propose informed improvements.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Material Preparation
30 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Objective
10 minutes
Step 2
Map Elements Tutorial
15 minutes
Step 3
Data Exploration
20 minutes
Step 4
Planning the Map
15 minutes
Step 5
Final Map Creation
45 minutes
Step 6
Gallery Walk & Reflection
20 minutes
Step 7
Assessment & Differentiation
10 minutes
Slide Deck
Community Impact Mapping
Learning Objectives
Why Map Our Community?
What Are Assets and Challenges?
Sample Community Map
Map Components Tutorial
Interpreting Community Data
Project Steps
Gallery Walk Guidelines
Reflection Questions
Next Steps & Resources
Project Guide
Worksheet
Worksheet
Rubric
