A map is a representation of a place, showing features like roads, mountains, rivers, and buildings. Maps help us navigate, understand geography, and plan journeys!
π Types of Maps
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Political Map
Shows countries, cities, borders
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Physical Map
Shows landforms, rivers, mountains
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Road Map
Shows roads, highways, streets
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Topographic Map
Shows elevation with contour lines
π§ Map Features (BOLTS)
- Border β frame around the map
- Orientation β compass showing north
- Legend/Key β explains symbols
- Title β what the map shows
- Scale β shows distance (1cm = 1km)
π§ Compass Directions
N (North) β¬οΈ
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S (South) β¬οΈ
Trick: Never Eat Soggy Weetbix (clockwise from N)
- NE β Northeast
- SE β Southeast
- SW β Southwest
- NW β Northwest
π Grid References
Maps often have a grid of letters and numbers. To find a location:
- Find the letter/number on the bottom (horizontal)
- Find the letter/number on the side (vertical)
- Where they meet = the location!
Example: B3 = column B, row 3
βοΈ Activities
- What does a map's scale tell you? ___________
- What direction is opposite to East? ___________
- What does a legend show? ___________
Draw a map of your school or neighbourhood. Include a title, compass, and legend!
π©βπ« Teacher Notes
- Social Studies: Geography
- Mathematics: Geometry β position