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Learn to read and interpret maps with our map skills worksheets, that will effectively train the children of grade 1 through grade 5 in understanding directions, using simple coordinates, calculating actual distances using a map scale, or following directional instructions.
Introduce 1st grade and 2nd grade kids to the concept of directions using the points of a compass, and prepare them to read maps of all kinds with ease using these worksheets.
Use these Social Studies worksheets to teach map skills, including using a compass rose, using a scale of miles, reading a map key, finding places on a street map.
Scale new heights with our printable map scale worksheets that feature a set of maps with cartographic scales. Keep in mind that a scale is the ratio between a distance on the map and the corresponding distance on the ground.
One of the most important skills in reading maps is understanding scale. This measurement worksheet teaches second graders to use map scale to determine true distances. They’ll practice measuring distance on a map with a ruler, then use scale to find distance in miles.
Free Map Scale Practice printable Math worksheets for 2nd Grade students. Click on the image to view or download the PDF version. Related posts:
For example, if a map scale tells you that one inch on a map is the same as 250 miles on Earth. So you can figure out if you travel 5 inches from one point to another, then that would really be the distance of _____ miles in real life. Distance is how far apart places are. The best way to figure out distance on a map is by using a map scale.
