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== Classwork & Homework ==
== Classwork & Homework ==


'''Lesson Powerpoint:''' [http://www.mysocialstudiesteacher.com/wiki/classroom/mapskills2.pptx Map Skills Part 2]
'''Lesson Powerpoint:''' [http://www.classroomexplorations.org/wiki/classroom/mapskills2.pptx Map Skills Part 2]


'''Homework:''' [[Assignments]]
'''Homework:''' [[Assignments]]

Revision as of 09:39, 23 December 2021

Types of Maps

AIM: Why is it important to use different kinds of maps?

Do Now: Why do we use maps? Can GPS replace maps?



There are many different types of maps. The most popular are:

  • Political Map - Map of political borders and boundaries. (countries and territories)
  • Physical Map - Map of the geological features of the earth. (mountains, rivers, deserts, plateau,etc)
  • Elevation Map - Map of the height of an area or region (has contour lines which indicate the elevation)
  • Relief Map - Shows the topography of the earth. (Map is a 3D representation)
  • Historical Map - Shows the history of a civilization, city, empire, etc.
  • Distribution Map - Shows how different items are distributed across the world, a region, or an area.

Classwork & Homework

Lesson Powerpoint: Map Skills Part 2

Homework: Assignments