Maps and Map Reading
What is a card?
A card is a small picture or a picture showing a place on Earth. It helps you know where things are. The card can show cities, countries, rivers, streets, and even weather!
Example:
Think about a treasure map! Pirates use it to find treasure. Similarly, people use their cards to find a place.
Why do I need a card? temperature).
Map Types
There are many types of cards.
The usual thing is:
Physical map
Shows mountains, rivers, lakes and deserts. The map of India shows states such as Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Tamil Nadu. storm.
Used in weather forecasts.
Example: A TV weather card shows where it will rain tomorrow.
World Map
shows the whole world. Some of the cards
All cards contain several important features.
Title
shows what the map is. Then south is below. Airport, river, street.
keys explain the meaning of the symbol.
How can I read the card?
Find cities, mountains, rivers, and streets. distance.
Card Instructions
Use four main orientations. Fun facts about maps
The first card was made with clay locks 5,000 years ago!
Google Maps helps millions of people every day.
Activity: Read the card!
There is a simple map of your city.
They show us the place and help us travel and predict the weather!
Learning how to read cards is an interesting and useful ability.
