Examples of simple maps: Neighborhood and imaginary places for Grade 4

📚 Quick Study Guide

• 🌍 What is a Map? A map is a drawing that shows places on Earth. It helps us find where things are.
• 🏘️ Neighborhood Maps: These maps show streets, houses, parks, and schools in your area.
• 🧭 Key Map Elements:
  • 📍 Title: Tells you what the map is about.
  • ⬆️ North Arrow: Shows which direction is North.
  • 🔑 Legend (Key): Explains what the symbols on the map mean.
• 🏞️ Imaginary Maps: You can create your own maps of made-up places! Think about what cool things your place will have.
• 💡 Tips for Making Maps:
  • ✏️ Use simple shapes and colors.
  • ✍️ Label everything clearly.
  • 📏 Keep your map neat and easy to read.

Practice Quiz

1. What is the main purpose of a map?
   1. A. To tell a story.
   2. B. To show places and help us find them.
   3. C. To decorate a wall.
   4. D. To confuse people.
2. Which of these would you likely find on a neighborhood map?
   1. A. Countries.
   2. B. Oceans.
   3. C. Streets and houses.
   4. D. Planets.
3. What does the North arrow on a map show you?
   1. A. Where the sun rises.
   2. B. Which way is North.
   3. C. Where the biggest building is.
   4. D. The distance to another city.
4. What does the legend (or key) of a map explain?
   1. A. The history of the place.
   2. B. The weather forecast.
   3. C. What the symbols on the map mean.
   4. D. The names of the streets.
5. If you were making a map of an imaginary land, what should you include?
   1. A. Real cities.
   2. B. Made-up places and names.
   3. C. A list of your favorite foods.
   4. D. Only things that exist in real life.
6. Why is it important to label things clearly on a map?
   1. A. To make the map look pretty.
   2. B. To confuse people.
   3. C. To make the map easy to understand.
   4. D. Labels are not important.
7. Which of these is NOT a good tip for making maps?
   1. A. Use simple shapes.
   2. B. Keep the map neat.
   3. C. Use complicated symbols that are hard to understand.
   4. D. Label everything clearly.