Maps | Substitute Teacher
Students will learn what a map is, why maps are useful in government and community life, and how to read simple map features such as title, symbols, and legend.
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| map | A picture or drawing that shows where places are located. |
| symbol | A simple picture or sign used to stand for something on a map. |
| legend | A key that explains what the symbols on a map mean. |
| title | The name of the map that tells what it shows. |
| location | A place where something is found. |
Ask: 'Where do we use maps?' Show a simple map and point out that maps help people find places in a town, state, or school.
Share ideas and point to places they know on the map.
Explain the purpose of maps in government and community life. Introduce title, symbols, and legend using the sample map.
Listen, repeat vocabulary words, and identify map parts when prompted.
Project or hand out a simple map. Model how to find a place using the title and legend. Ask students to locate one or two places together.
Follow along, answer questions, and point to locations on the map.
Give students a quick task: circle a symbol, name the title, or find a location on the map.
Complete the map task independently.
Invite a few students to share what they found and review the main vocabulary.
Share answers and listen to classmates.
Ask: 'What is one thing a map helps us do?' End by reminding students that maps help people find places and understand communities.