Science Common Sense
253 - How do maps help us understand geography?
Maps are like pictures of the Earth's surface that help us understand geography in several ways:
- Location: They show us where countries, cities, mountains, and rivers are located.
- Distances: Maps help us measure how far these places are from each other.
- Boundaries: They show us which countries or states share borders with each other.
- Features: Maps highlight different types of landscapes, like deserts, oceans, and forests.
- Directions: They help us navigate and find our way around by showing north, south, east, and west.
By looking at maps, we can get a better idea of how the world is laid out and how different places are connected. It's like having a big puzzle piece that helps us understand the world around us!