A community map is a visual representation of the area where you live, learn, and play! It shows important places like schools, parks, hospitals, and stores. Understanding maps helps us navigate our surroundings, learn about local geography, and appreciate the different elements that make up our community. This worksheet will guide you in understanding and creating your own community map!
Match the following terms with their correct definitions:
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| 1. Landmark | A. A drawing that represents a real place |
| 2. Symbol | B. A well-known object or structure that is easy to recognize |
| 3. Map | C. The direction to which a compass needle normally points |
| 4. North | D. A key that explains the symbols on a map |
| 5. Legend | E. A picture or shape that stands for something real on a map |
Use the words from the word bank to complete the sentences below.
Word Bank: streets, map, community, directions, buildings
Imagine you are creating a map of your community. What are the three most important landmarks you would include and why?
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