What is a Map?

What does a map show?

• A map shows what something looks like.
• A map shows animals.
• A map shows food.

What does a compass rose help you read on a map?

• A compass rose helps you read flowers.
• A compass rose helps you read directions.
• A compass rose helps you read colors on a map.

What are four directions shown on a compass rose?

• North, south, east, and west.
• Left and right.
• Up and down.
• First, next, then and last.

Why are the maps of big and small places the same size?

• Maps are different colors.
• All places are the same size.
• Maps show big places smaller to fit on paper.

What state do you live in?

• United States of America
• Pico Rivera
• North America
• California

What tells you what the symbols on a map mean? 

• A key tells what symbols on a map mean.
• Colors tell what symbols on a map mean.
• Numbers tell what symbols on a map mean.

What are symbols on a map?

• Symbols are fun.
• Symbols are useful.
• Symbols are pictures that stand for something.

What types of things might you find symbols for on a map?

• You might find symbols for rivers, cities, and trees.
• You might find symbols for dogs and cats.
• You might find symbols for people and animals.

How do people use maps?

• People use maps to find places they want to go. 
• People use maps to tell time.
• People use maps to sing a song.

What is the map of the world that is shaped like a ball?

• A globe.
• A soccer ball.