Globes and maps

Latitude - Longitude Latitude – Imaginary lines on a map or a globe running from east to west across the world, but measuring north to south, also called parallels. Longitude – Imaginary lines on a map or globe running from north to south, but measuring east to west, also called meridians.

The Center of the Earth Equator – Imaginary line running through the center of the earth from east to west; 0 Degrees Latitude Prime Meridian – Imaginary line running from the North Pole to the South Pole; 0 degrees Longitude (See Map) A4 - A5 on CD ROM

Hemispheres The world is split into 4 hemispheres - Northern Hemisphere Southern Hemisphere Western Hemisphere Eastern Hemisphere What two hemispheres is the United States located in? China? Australia? Brazil?

Cardinal Directions, Legends and more Cardinal directions - North, South, East, and West Compass Rose – Printed direction indicator on a map. Scale – Measurement tool located on map or globe. Legend (Key) – Explains the meaning of different colors or symbols used on map or globe.

CREATE YOUR OWN WORLD In pairs, fill in the outline map using the map in your text book. Next, draw a map of the world in the parking lot with sidewalk chalk. You may use your completed outline map. You should include the following: All continents All ocean names and locations The equator The prime meridian A compass rose