“I know this area like the back of my hand…”

1. Draw around your hand…

2. Work out the area that you are going to map and the orientation of the map

3. Draw in the main features of your area, trying to keep the orientation of roads and other features accurate Hand image – Copyright John E French – used with permission

Other ideas Collage your map with patterns taken from maps and other sources Add in images taken by students Use old road atlases / A-Z to add extra texture and detail to the images Use a range of mixed media to create the map e.g. charcoal, poster paint Build up the texture to create a 3D effect using kitchen roll and PVA or papier-mache