MAP MAKING ESSENTIALS TODALS. #1 What map element tells you the subject of the map?
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MAP MAKIN
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#1
What map element tells you the subject of the map?
TITLE
#2
• Put your pen or pencil on the map so it points north.
• Now point it south. • What should be included
on a map to help you find which direction is north?
ORIENTATION = COMPASS ROSE
#3
• Is this map current and up to date?
• What could help you find out?
DATE
#4
• Who can we blame if the map is not accurate?
• Is there a piece of information to help you figure out who you would call to report a mistake?
AUTHOR
#5
• Are there special symbols or colors to help you use this map?
• Where are they found?• What can you learn from
using this map?
LEGEND (KEY)
#6
• Choose two different places on the map.
• What can you use to determine the distance in miles between the two places?
SCALE
LARGE SCALE VS. SMALL SCALE MAPS
1.Why would someone use a map like this? Come up with 2 – 3 uses.
2. What interesting or important features are included on the map to help someone use it effectively for the reasons you listed for #1?
ASSIGNMENT – I WANT THE WORLD MAP1. CONTINENTS2. OCEANS3. TODALS – MAP ESSENTIALS
Continents and Oceans Rap