Getting Direction – Map it Out! Today’s Goal: To understand a plotting map by using coordinates to plot locations. Also, to practice using map reading skills.

Getting Direction – Map it Out! Plotting locations on a map is similar to graphing information in Math

Getting Direction – Map it Out! Mapping is a basic skill that involves taking information from one area and relating it to another area So easy,… uh,… anyone can do it!

Getting Direction – Map it Out! Can you think of some examples of how you might use mapping skills in everyday life? 1.To plan a vacation 2.To visit a relative 3.To go to a sporting event 4.To find buried treasure

Getting Direction – Map it Out! What are the benefits when you plot coordinates on a map? It allows you to section off a LARGE area and make each location easier to find It allows you to identify a location by using only a few numbers or letters It allows you to see the relationship between the dots you are plotting

The National Park Service is responsible for maintaining and protecting all of the National Parks around the country. Can you name a National Park that’s in Kentucky? Getting Direction – Map it Out!