Mapping It Out · 2012-08-19 · Microsoft PowerPoint - [Presentation21 TV411 - Reading Maps -...
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Mapping It Out
Social Studies Online Introduction
Blueprint Skill Geography Grade 2
© Recognize that a map contains elements such as title, scale, symbols, legends, grids, and cardinal and intermediate directions.
What’s on a map?
© Maps have a lot of information, but you need to know how to read them. There are several parts to a map which explain details and help you really see where you are and where you're going.
Legend
© Maps often have symbols to represent such features as highways, small roads, campgrounds, and rest areas. These symbols are listed in the legend.
Compass
© The compass shows the directions on a map: north, south, east, and west.
Index
© The index tells you where to find a specific place on a map. Depending on the size and type of map you're using, the index can help you locate a city, town, or street.
Scale
© The scale helps you measure the distance betweeen two places. When you know the distance you can calculate how long the trip will take.
Resources
© What’s on a map? © Map Adventures (handout)