5 Themes of Geography
defined by what is there
Place
N, S, E, W
cardinal directions
World Map
People and Environment working together
Human Environment Interaction
shows cardinal direction
compass
Based on weather patterns
climate map
Point on the map
location
provides relative size
scale
Uses national/state boundaries
Political map
travel of people, goods, ideas
movement
identifies symbols on a map
key/legend
Has a specific topic
Thematic Map
areas with distinctive characteristics
region
Explain purpose of map
title
Shows Geological features such as mountains and rivers
Physical Map