Maps and mapping

"Maps are used to help guide us to where we want to go and to help us learn about new places. Readers learn how to utilize maps of towns and cities in this age-appropriate and accessible resource"--Provided by publisher.

"Physical geography is a common feature shown on maps, and it's important for readers to know how to interpret maps that depict the natural world around them. From the informational main text, they gain knowledge of what various symbols mean on a map and how to both read and create maps that show physical geography"--OCLC.

Discusses maps, including what they are and how we map people, population, movement, and more.

Discusses maps, including what they are and how we map the oceans.

Discusses maps, including what they are and how we map money and trade.

"Many maps present weather patterns, which can aid in helping people predict hurricanes, tornadoes, tsunamis, and other forms of extreme weather. These maps can help people understand the normal patterns of everyday weather as well. Readers are introduced to these kinds of weather maps through . . . main text. Detailed diagrams, . . . graphic organizers, . . . fact boxes, and full-color examples of maps serve as additional resources to help readers understand this science and social studies curriculum topic"--Provided by publisher.

Explains what maps are and why they are important, looks at how maps can be used to provide information about different habitats, and includes an activity.

Describes important map-reading skills such as using a map key and understanding a compass. Demonstrates how to use maps for cross-culture comparisons as well as other map skills in finding a new school, planning changes across a town, and mapping where people live around the world. Also describes how to use a map with measuring and with computers along with acts of nature and weather events.

Discusses how maps represent different places in the world.

Explains what maps are and why they are important, looks at how maps can be used to provide information about different habitats, and includes an activity.