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The Land Around Us
An Introduction to Maps
By: Mrs. Miles
Maps Show Us How and Where To Go
• Maps show us Location; where places are
Maps have Titles
• The Map Title tells you what kind of map you are looking at
Maps have Legends
• The Map Legend tells you what the symbols on the map mean
Maps have a Map Grid
• A Map Grid is a set of lines that divide the map into columns and rows of a square
Maps have a Scale
• A Map Scale helps you find the real distance between two places
Maps show Directions
Cardinal Directions are the main directions; North, South, East, and West
Think About It!
• What is a Map?
• What is a Map Title?
• What is a Map Legend used for?
• What is a Map Grid used for?
• What is a Map Scale?
• What are the Cardinal Directions?
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