1. The Geographer’s Tools

2. Maps and Globes A geographer’s tools: Maps Globes
Data that can be displayed in a variety of ways.
Oldest known map: Babylonian clay tablet, circa 500 B.C.

3. Maps and Globes A map’s function:
To show locations of places, landforms, and bodies of water, and where they are in relation to other parts of the earth.

4. Two or Three Dimensions
Globe— a three-dimensional representation (a sphere) of Earth
Most accurate replication of Earth
Globes can show the "Great Circle Route" - the shortest distance between any two points on the earth's surface
Map— a two-dimensional graphic representation of Earth’s surface

5. Cartography
Cartographers are mapmakers. They draw and create different types of map projections.

6. Types of Maps 1) Physical Map 2) Political Map 3) Thematic Map
There are three main types of maps:
1) Physical Map
2) Political Map
3) Thematic Map

7. Physical Maps
Physical maps help you see the types of landforms and bodies of water found in specific area. Color, shading, or contour lines are used to indicate elevation or altitude.

8. Political Maps
Political maps show political boundaries on earth’s surface that humans created. Included on a political map may be cities, states, provinces, territories, or countries.

9. Thematic Maps
Geographers also rely on thematic maps, which focus on specific types of information such as climate, vegetation, natural resources, population density, and economic activities.

10. Cartographer Assignment
Draw a map showing two locations at least 5 miles apart. Such as your home and NPHS.
Must include all the following:
Title
Labels
Legend
Compass Rose
Latitude/Longitude
Scale (ex: 1 inch = 1 mile)
Symbols (minimum of 12)
Full Color