Welcome
Norman B. Leventhal's simple yet profound desire that children learn with maps has resulted in a wealth of educational materials. We have lesson plans and map activities. Our Maps in the Classroom Program actively engages students in grades K to 12 and teachers are welcome at a wide variety of free Professional Development workshops. Come in and explore.
Lesson Plans & Curriculum Units
These materials are designed for classroom use to enrich student learning. Search by LOCATION, TIME, and/or TOPIC through these detailed teacher resources.
Map Activities
Learners of all ages will enjoy exploring, navigating and expanding the ways they can use maps in a variety of settings.
Maps in the Classroom
Discover the many paths available to bring maps into your school in real and virtual ways.
Professional Development
We offer a wide variety of workshops for educators, both in schools and at the Boston Public Library. Everything we do for teachers is free of charge.











