Parts of Maps

The video tutorial introduces first graders to the elements of a map, including the title, symbols, key or legend, compass rose, and cardinal directions. The teacher explains each element's purpose and how they help in understanding maps. Students are given a fun mnemonic to remember cardinal directions and are challenged to identify map elements on their own.

What is a map?

• A picture taken from above showing parts of the world

• A list of countries

• A type of plant

• A historical document

What is a globe?

• A map shaped like a ball

• A symbol on a map

• A type of compass

• A map key

What is the title of a map?

• A type of map

• The name of the map

• A direction indicator

• A type of symbol

What do symbols on a map represent?

• Different parts of the map

• The size of the map

• The compass directions

• The title of the map

What is the purpose of a map key or legend?

• To provide a list of countries

• To show the map's title

• To indicate the map's scale

• To explain the symbols on the map

What does the compass rose look like?

• A flower

• A tree

• A building

• A river

What does 'N' stand for in the cardinal directions?

• Next

• New

• Never

• North

Which mnemonic can help remember the cardinal directions?

• Never Eat Slimy Worms

• Always Eat Fresh Fruit

• Follow the Compass

• Go North, East, South, West

How many elements of a map were discussed?

• Seven

• Two

• Three

• Five

What is the challenge activity about?

• Filling in the names of map elements

• Drawing a map

• Writing a story about maps

• Memorizing the map title