Maps: Physical and Topographic
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| Maps: Physical and Topographic |
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Description:
| These sites feature physical and topographical maps to help students find natural and man-made features. Includes interactive maps, images, games, and a lesson plan. There are links to eThemes resources on political maps and how to use maps. |
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Grade Level:
| 3, 4, 5 |
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Resource Links:
| FactMonster: Topography
Learn what topography is and how topographical features of the landscape are represented on the maps. NOTE: The site includes ads.
Mountain Cook Map
This image of the Mountain Cook National Park is an example of a topographical map.
Yawgoog Scout Reservation Area
This image is another example of a topographical map.
Topographic Maps
Explore links on this page to access topographic maps of a number of areas of the world.
TerraServer USA
Use this online map generator to view topographical maps of different areas of the United States. Use tabs at the upper right corner of the map window to switch between the aerial photographs and topographical maps. Note that some of the maps do not include topographical features.
USGS: EarthExplorer
Use this interactive tool to view various locations on the planet. Select the "Terrain" view for topographic representation of the locations.
Quia: Reading Counter Map
Play these online games to practice reading topographical maps.
Physical Map of the World
This is a large (4.5 MB) PDF world map.
National Geographic: MapMachine
Use this online interactive physical world map to explore world's landmasses and waters. NOTE: The site includes ads.
Atlapedia Online: World Map Resources
This page has two world physical maps: one - with country boundaries and another - with latitude and longitude graticules. Click on links to enlarge the maps. NOTE: The site includes popup and banner ads.
Atlapedia Online: Physical Map Index
Select a country from a drop-down menu and view the country's physical map. Click a link with the name of the country to read facts and access a political map of the area. NOTE: The site includes popup and banner ads.
National Geographic Atlas Explorer
Here is a geophysical map of the United States. Use zoom in the small window on the right to view details on the main map. Select any continents in the menu on the left and choose between geopolitical and geophysical maps for the display. NOTE: The site includes popup and banner ads.
Fact Monster: What's Missing on This Continent?
Find out what natural characteristics are not present on each continent. This is more interesting facts, no pictures. NOTE: The site includes ads.
Fact Monster: Geography Hall of Fame
Read through the Geography Hall of Fame to learn about interesting places on the planet. No pictures in this site. NOTE: The site includes ads.
Google: Mars
Explore elevation of the Martian world.
Google: Moon
Investigate the surface of the Moon. Use the "elevation" view on the map to learn more about the Moon's surface.
Martian Real Estate: A Good Investment?
This lesson plan is designed to help third-fifth graders to learn how to read physical and geological maps. NOTE: The site includes several broken links.
eThemes Resource: Maps: Political and Economic
This eThemes resource is a collection of maps that represent political boundaries, major cities, transportation routes, etc. Maps of the world, continents, countries, states, and regions. Some are downloadable and can be modified using graphics editors. Includes images of the maps, printouts, quizzes, and online games.
eThemes Resource: Maps: How to Use Them
These sites cover various maps skills and vocabulary words related to using maps. Compare and contrast different maps. Includes in class activities and online games and quizzes.
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Education Standards:
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AL Standards:
1.4, 1.1
AR Standards:
G.1.3.11, G.1.3.12, G.1.3.13, G.1.3.14.a, G.1.3.14.b, G.1.3.14.c, G.1.3.14.d, G.1.3.14.e, G.1.3.14.f, G.1.3.14.g, G.1.3.14.h, G.1.3.14.i, G.1.3.14.j, G.1.3.15.c, G.1.5.7
DE Standards:
G.1.3, G.1.K-3a.1, G.1.K-3a.2, G.1.K-3a.3, G.1.4-5a.1, G.1.4-5a.4
IL Standards:
17.5.01, 17.5.02, 17.5.03, 17.5.16
ME Standards:
D1.c
MO Standards:
1.1, 1.3, 1.4, 1.8, 4, 5, 6, 5, 7, 5.A.1, 5.B.1, 5.D.1, 5.A.1, 5.A.2, 5.B.2, 5.C.1
NV Standards:
G.1.3.3, G.1.3.5, G.1.5.1, G.1.5.4, G.1.5.5
OK Standards:
1.1, 2.1, 2.2, 2.2, 7.1, 7.2, 7.3
UT Standards:
6.1.a, 6.1.b, 6.1.c, 6.1.f, 6.2.a, 7.4.a, 7.4.b, 11.1.a
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