1. Types of Maps – Physical maps Show landforms Shows water features May show relief ( how flat or rugged the land surface is) May show elevation- height of an area above sea level

2. Types of Maps – Physical maps Show landforms Shows water features May show relief ( how flat or rugged the land surface is) May show elevation- height of an area above sea level

3. Physical Map

4. Political maps Shows boundaries of countries, provinces and states Shows cities, countries, provinces and states Labels or names countries, cities, provinces and states Human made features Major physical features

5. Political map

6. Contour maps Shows elevation using contour lines One line for each major elevation Lines are connected & usually form circles or ovals

7. Contour map

8. Special purpose maps (thematic) Present specific information Title of the map tells what kind of information is being presented Color and symbols in map are very important Examples:

9. Point Symbol Map

10. Dot Density Map

11. Proportional Symbol Map

12. Climate map

13. Natural resources

14. Population density

15. Land Use

16. Territorial expansion