Understanding Map Symbols and Keys

This video tutorial is the second lesson on map skills, focusing on understanding map keys and symbols. The teacher explains the purpose of a map key and how it helps interpret symbols on a map, such as rivers, deserts, and mountains. The lesson includes a reference to the book 'Mapping Penny's World' and encourages students to create their own maps using a map key. The tutorial aims to enhance students' geographical knowledge and map-reading skills.

What is the primary purpose of a map key?

• To provide a decorative element on the map

• To list all the cities on the map

• To help identify the meaning of symbols on the map

• To show the scale of the map

Which symbol on the map represents rivers?

• A tree

• A blue squiggly line

• A cactus

• A triangle

What do cactuses on the map symbolize?

• Forests

• Mountains

• Deserts

• Rivers

Which area in the United States is known for having no mountains?

• The central United States

• The western coast

• The southern United States

• The Appalachian area

What do trees on the map indicate?

• Mountains

• Rivers

• Forests

• Deserts

What is the book 'Mapping Penny's World' about?

• A boy mapping his school

• A girl mapping important things in her dog's world

• A dog exploring the world

• A girl mapping her neighborhood

What is the main activity suggested in the lesson?

• Drawing a map of the United States

• Visiting a library to find map books

• Creating a personal map with a map key

• Reading a book about maps

How many symbols should be included in the map key for the personal map activity?

• At least two

• At least four

• At least five

• At least three

What does a rectangle with squiggly lines represent in Amber's map?

• A door

• A window with curtains

• A bed

• A lamp

Where can parents find the link to print the map activity?

• In the student's textbook

• On the school's website

• In the class story area on Class Dojo

• In the library