Map Scales

Rookie Read-About Geography

by Mary Dodson Wade

Introduces how to determine approximately how far apart places are by using the scale on a map.

Genres: Maps, Geography

32 pages, Paperback

First published March 1, 2003

Reviews

[Sandy · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a book with a purpose. It is short and sweet and helps children to understand the concept of scale when looking at a map.

[Brittany N · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book can be used when discussing maps. It explains map scales.

[Kyra Fowler · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very basic examples of what a map scale is and how to use one.

[J. Jefferson · Rating 4 out of 5]

It was written simply with good illustrations and examples. I would recommend it for students in grades 1 through 3 as an introduction to map scales.

[Dan · Rating 3 out of 5]

We are working on a map unit and this book is helpful for the kids. First Grade Unit