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Social Studies- Map Skills
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Map Skills

Test your knowledge of geographical locations throughout the United States and the world.

Longitude, Latitude, and Prime Meridian
Use this site to learn more about longitude, latitude, and the prime meridian.

Basket Math Interactive:
Practice calculating map scale.

National Geographic GeoSpy Geography Game
Students choose from 3 games to practice identifying either continents, countries, or states and provinces.

- Look up physical, political, and historical maps of all 50 states
Lesson Idea:  Map PowerPoint Projects-  students work in groups to research the different kinds of maps.  Use the web site for pictures to add to the presentation.