Teacher Created Resources 0743937287 Map Skills Book Grade 3

(From Amazon): Using map skills is a great way for children to organize information around a fixed point of reference. The use of maps enables children to see and describe locations landmarks and geographic areas. Using a map involves more than just identifying cardinal directions. this book focuses on the following map-related skills: understanding cardinal and medial directions -- using a map key or legend -- measuring distance using a map scale -- locating places and landmarks using a map grid -- following directions using a map -- map making -- identifying and labeling continents and oceans -- understanding a weather map.