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Being able to draw a map is a very useful skill and one that can also be a lot of fun. This volume gives young readers plenty of pointers for making their own maps. It offers surveying suggestions and discusses various map types. The book introduces key map elements, such as scales, compass roses, grids, and legends, and explains the purposes they serve. It even touches on professional cartographers and the important job they do.

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Series Review: How to Use Maps These books give students a solid background for understanding the world of cartography. Each title describes the basic concepts. The series adequately explains the elements of maps and map reading. ... Teachers should rely on their state standards or core standards to determine which book to start with. --Library Media Connection

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