Social Studies PACK-SOC-2 · WS-SOC-2-01
Map Skills Practice
Geography and Maps — Learning about maps, compass roses, and symbols
📝 Directions: Learn map vocabulary and practice using a compass rose!
Part A: Map Vocabulary

Maps use special tools and symbols. Learn these map words:

Map WordWhat It MeansDraw It!
Compass RoseShows directions: North, South, East, West
Map Key / LegendExplains what symbols on the map mean
SymbolA small picture that stands for something
Part B: Compass Rose Practice
N S E W

Fill in the blanks:

  1. The top of a map usually shows ___________ (direction).
  2. If I face North and turn right, I face ___________.
  3. The opposite of East is ___________.
  4. The sun rises in the ___________ and sets in the ___________.
Orlando School Supply · Grade 1 · WS-SOC-2-01 · Geography and Maps · For classroom and home use