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Sign story

YOUR MISSION

Using only words you can find on signs in your community, tell a story about it. Include yourself in the story.

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Mission ID: 3108
Tags: story stories sign signs words graffiti labels label National Geographic Geography Awareness Week

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Completed: 46

Tips: You might find a pencil and notebook helpful for this mission. Think about how many signs you need to tell a story, and look out for useful words that could be used in different ways.

Geography: Geographers often think of maps and symbols as ways of providing information, but sometimes signs can give you a clue about a community’s culture (different languages? Signs for different houses of worship? Ethnic restaurants?). Other signs are about the rules that keep your community safe. Combine the signs you see in fun ways… “Don’t Walk,” “End School Zone” and “No Standing any time” can be combined to make “Don’t end school any time.”

There are some people who would say there are too many signs. Do you agree? Can you find the craziest sign in your neighborhood?

BONUS QUESTION

What is the edible sign in this photo made of? Tip: Visit this website to find out.

Watch out for danger signs and remember to do what they say.

Risk overall: Medium. Keep your wits about you, anything could happen.

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Rewards for this mission

Story-teller Badge

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Question points

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