Maps & Globes

School maps and globes are integral to every classroom, especially in Geography and Social Studies courses. You can use them in a variety of ways for multiple subjects throughout the school year. School maps and globes come in various sizes and types, so finding one that suits your needs is easy. At Staples, we have what you need to teach your students about their country and the world around them.

Essentials for the classroom

Every classroom should have a map of the world. They are great for referencing distance to other countries and explaining where you are in relation to the rest of the world. In addition, school maps come in handy when discussing historical events and geography. School maps come in a few different design types to accommodate your classroom. For example, you can find them for younger grades with bold print and vibrant colors, or you can get a classic map of the world, the United States, or other countries.

Globes for any age group

Globes work the same way as maps but also put the Earth's shape into perspective. Students can turn globes by rotating around to simulate the Earth spinning on its axis, allowing them to view the placement of countries around the world. Some globes focus on topography and demonstrate the Earth's elevation. In contrast, others represent a more political understanding with bold lines to denote the borders of each nation, making them easier to view. Inflatable globes can be passed around, or you can have globes that sit on a table or desk.

Globes that do more than sit on a shelf

Some of the globes in our assortment are made primarily for decorative purposes, while others serve as puzzles to help students learn the relative locations of landmasses. We also offer coin electronic educational globes for your even more interaction in the classroom. So, however you want to teach your students about the world, we have you covered.