π Topic Summary
A neighborhood map is a drawing that shows where things are in your neighborhood! It helps you understand where you live and how to get to different places. You can draw your house, your school, the park, and your friends' houses. Making a map is a fun way to learn about your community and share it with others!
Creating a neighborhood map involves understanding basic map elements and symbols. It's about representing real-world locations on a smaller scale using simple drawings and labels. By making these maps, first graders develop spatial reasoning and observational skills, all while having fun!
π Part A: Vocabulary
Match the word with its meaning:
| Word |
Meaning |
| A. Map |
1. A drawing that shows a place from above |
| B. Neighborhood |
2. A symbol that represents something on a map |
| C. Symbol |
3. The area around where you live |
| D. Landmark |
4. A well-known or important place |
| E. Street |
5. A road in a town or city |
Answers:
A-1, B-3, C-2, D-4, E-5
βοΈ Part B: Fill in the Blanks
Use the words below to fill in the missing blanks in the paragraph.
Words: map, neighborhood, houses, park, school
A _________ shows all the places in your _________. You can draw your _________, the _________, and your _________. It helps people know where things are!
Answer: map, neighborhood, houses, park, school
π§ Part C: Critical Thinking
If you could add one thing to your neighborhood, what would it be and why?