Maps and Where I Live
Aligned to C3.D2.Geo — C3 Framework for Social Studies State Standards.
What this lesson teaches
A map is a drawing of a place from above. Maps show where things are, like our home, school, and streets.
Worked example
A simple map of a bedroom shows the bed, door, and window as shapes seen from above, so you know where each one is.
Practice questions
- What is a map?
- Draw a simple map of your classroom.
- Name your town, state, and country.
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Mapas y dónde vivo
Un mapa es un dibujo de un lugar visto desde arriba. Los mapas muestran dónde están las cosas, como nuestra casa, la escuela y las calles.
Ejemplo: Un mapa sencillo de una recámara muestra la cama, la puerta y la ventana como figuras vistas desde arriba, para que sepas dónde está cada una.
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