1. How do we use map symbols?

2. Why do we use symbols?
When drawing a map to scale it is important to include as much detail as possible – however not all the detail will fit on the map so we have to use a key of different symbols, abbreviations and letters to represent the main items on the map

3. Think about it this way
Imagine that you have to draw a map that shows the route from your house to the school – but you are not allowed any words . . .this means that we need to use symbols to show what we would pass on the way

4. Do you know any map symbols?
Draw a symbol on the board and then write below what it is!

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So what do they all mean?

6. Activity- Symbols for your bedroom