In this geography instructional activity, students read an excerpt about topographic maps and why they are useful for various jobs. They also respond to eleven questions that follow related to the excerpt and locating specific map points...

In this geography skills worksheet, students respond to 37 multi-part questions that require them to read and interpret topographic maps.

In this map worksheet, students complete 6 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions about 3 different map figures.

In this map reading worksheet, students determine the distance from a plotted treasure on a topographic map. They must adjust for magnetic declination.

Being able to read a topographic map is a standard in middle school earth science units and imperative for outdoor enthusiasts. As you introduce learners to this skill, you can assign this as an assessment or reinforcement. Pupils view a...

In this primary source analysis worksheet, students respond to 6 short answer questions that require them to analyze the maps of their choice.

In this geography skills worksheet, students respond to 9 questions that require them to read topographic maps and interpret them. The topographic maps are not included.

In this map analysis learning exercise, students decipher what type of map they are using based on a complete list of criteria. Students then answer multiple questions based on their discoveries.

For this maps worksheet, learners read 3 pages of detailed information about maps, latitude, longitude, topography, satellites and global positioning. Students then answer 10 questions. There is also a research project assignment available.

In this map making worksheet, students learn about the science of making maps, which is cartography. They then answer the 11 questions on the worksheet. The answers are on the last page.

In this earth and sky worksheet, learners review terms associated with map reading. Students also review topographic maps and how contour lines represent elevation. This worksheet has 5 matching, 5 true or false, 5 fill in the blank, and...

A Gallery Walk is a technique that allows small groups to visit different stations, where they examine and discuss materials about an overarching topic. Questions about rivers and fluvial processes are available in this resource;...

In this mountain building worksheet, students use playdoh to create mountain features. They cut apart the mountain and then use the pieces to create a topo graphic map of their mountain.

In this archaeology learning exercise, students read about 4 tasks involving archaeologists. Students also answer 3 questions about the reading.