Atlases
Things we want to know! What is an atlas? Are there different kinds of atlases? What does an atlas tell us? How is an atlas different from a map? What is a map legend? Why do we need an atlas?
An atlas is a book of maps. What is an atlas? An atlas is a book of maps. That’s It! That’s ALL!!!!
Are there different kinds of atlases? Yes! There are road atlases. Atlases that tell about the topography. Atlases that tell about animals. There are many types of atlases.
What does an atlas tell you? Roads Rivers Parks Animals Landforms Weather And anything a map would tell you!
How is an atlas different from a map? It’s not! An atlas is just a bunch of maps put together into a big book!
What is a Map Legend? A map legend is also known as a map key. It is a list of what each symbol on the map means. It also shows you how far things are on the map.
Why do we need an atlas? You might need an atlas if…. You are going on a trip to a place you’ve never been. You want to learn about a country and it’s culture and surroundings. Lots of things.
Let’s take a trip to …... Mexico
What will an Atlas tell us? Towns and cities Rivers, lakes, oceans Capital Hills and mountains Distance Animals and crops they raise Industry Highways and much, much more!
Test Time! What is an atlas? Name 5 things an atlas can tell you? What is a map legend? How is an atlas different from a map? When would you need an atlas? Extra Credit…… Using an atlas of the United States, find the Capitals of North Dakota, Wyoming, and Mississippi.!!
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