Political Show state and national borders, and
capital and major cities. A capital city is usually marked with a star
within a circle.
Climate Gives general information about the
climate and precipitation (rain and snow) of a region. use colors to show different climate or
precipitation zones
Thematic Maps that show patterns of recreational
choices, time zones, languages, education, etc. Example:
NFL teams NBA teams MLB teams National Parks Colleges
Map Project Task You will be creating a map of a United
States, but focusing on a state to learn more about.
Types of maps: Political Physical Thematic Climate Regional
Project Details Research:
Use resources to create your map and learn more about the state.
Presentation Elements:
Title, Compass Rose, Legend, Data
Comparing and Reading Types of Maps You will do this the day the maps are due with your
map and other maps…Monday, DECEMBER 1st!
Steps Find out your type of map and state from
Mrs. Shetler.
Research information needed for your type of map.
Plan: use pencil to start. Don’t forget to make a map key. Mrs. Shetler will provide the map outline of United
States for you.
Insert Data
Final Step: & Color
What your map needs? (besides main elements)
Political Plot and label 10-15 populous
cities in the country. Plot and label capital city of your
state.
Regional Color code the different regions
of the United States.
Physical Mountains Major rivers, lakes, oceans, and
deserts Other?
Thematic Choose a topic & get it
approved by Mrs. Shetler Ex. Time Zones, Sports
Climate Choose a season to show
average temperatures, precipitation, or snowfall.
Optional Label states
Map Assignments: Mettler Political
Tia (WA), Kayden (KY), Paige (NE), Sophia (MN), Beth (VA)
Physical Alvin (LA), Hope (FL),
Finn (NY), Dylan (GA)
Climate Victoria (WI), Molly
(OK), Rawlin (MS), Jacob (OH)
Thematic Megan (CA), Autumn
(AK), Becca (NM), Hannah (TN), Casey (PA)