Community Maps
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Objective
I can use symbols to show places on a map of my community, and explain what each symbol means.
Part 1 of 3
Warm-up video
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Part 2 of 3
Practice
7 questions
What is a symbol on a map? Give an example of a symbol you might see on a map of your neighborhood.
What does a map key tell you?
Part 3 of 3
Exit ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Draw a square. If this square represents the school on your community map, what does it mean? Draw a tree. If this tree represents the park on your community map, what does it mean? ”
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