Introduction to Maps Flashcards

Kindergarten · Social Studies · Flashcards

Practice important words for reading and understanding maps.

Flashcards

map: A drawing that shows what a place looks like from above
symbol: A small picture or color on a map that stands for something real
map key: The part of a map that tells you what each symbol means, also called a legend
legend: Another name for map key — it explains the symbols
compass rose: A design on a map showing the four main directions
North: A direction, usually shown at the top of a map
South: A direction, usually shown at the bottom of a map
East: A direction, usually shown on the right side of a map
West: A direction, usually shown on the left side of a map
world map: A map that shows all the countries and oceans of Earth
neighborhood map: A map that shows streets and buildings in a local area
ocean: A very large body of water, usually shown in blue on a map