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Analyzing and Comparing Different Types of Maps

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I've never taught geo before and this activity was a great way to get the whole class started looking at types of maps.
This was great beginning of the year activity to help prepare my students for the different types of maps that we may look at this year.
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Description

Different Types of Maps

The main goal of this lesson is for students to identify, analyze, and make connections between different types of maps


Although not necessary, having computers or Ipads available for students will allow them better view each map in full color. If this is not possible, the maps can still be projected onto a screen. A Powerpoint with each map is provided for this


17 Slide PowerPoint comes with:

  • Do Now
  • Informational Chart
  • Class Notes
  • Assessment Questions
  • Activity Instructions
  • Conclusion Question

Don't want the Power Point? Click here for a different version without it!


Resource:

  • Information Cards on Different Types of Maps (740 words total, 120-150 words for each map)
  • Full Page Maps (5 in Total) Political, Physical, Weather/Climate, Resource and Population

Activity Option 1:

Students use the Information Cards on Different Types of Maps and answer the question sets that go with each type of map

Activity Option 2:

Students examine 3 maps and complete the Map Analysis Activity. In this they select two regions of the U.S. to focus on, using the maps to compare both regions to one another.

Activity Option 3:

Students examine the 5 maps that are provided and complete the Map Analysis Worksheet where they analyze and make connections between the 5 maps.


Examples/Keys provided for each activity option!

This lesson has been adapted for digital learning. Students can use apps such as LuminPDF or Dochub to complete and submit the fillable PDF files.

View a video tutorial on how to integrate these digital PDF’s into Google Classroom here!

Total Pages
17 pages
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Teaching Duration
90 minutes
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Standards

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Cite specific textual evidence to support analysis of primary and secondary sources.
Determine the central ideas or information of a primary or secondary source; provide an accurate summary of the source distinct from prior knowledge or opinions.
Integrate visual information (e.g., in charts, graphs, photographs, videos, or maps) with other information in print and digital texts.

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