Maps

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Maps Globes by Brad Hinch
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Whats 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.

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GLOBE A globe is a model of the earth.
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Compass

• A compass is a tool that helps the user know what
  direction one is headed.
• On a map, a compass or a compass rose helps the
  user locate these directions.

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Compass

• The compass shows the directions on a map north,
  south, east, and west.

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Directions

• The cardinal directions are north, south, east,
  and west.
• The intermediate directions are northeast,
  southeast, southwest and northwest.
• They help describe the location of places in
  relation to other places.

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Map Legends

• The legend is the key to unlocking the secrets of
  a map. Objects or colors in the legend represent
  something on the map.

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Legend

• Maps often have symbols to represent such
  features as highways, small roads, campgrounds,
  and rest areas. These symbols are listed in the
  legend.

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Can you understand this legend?
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Age Expectancy
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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.

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Physical Map

• Shows landforms

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Political Map

• Shows country and state borders

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Road Map

• Shows roads, highways, and interstates

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Resource Map

• Shows products grown or produced in an area.