1.5 The student will develop map skills by
a) recognizing basic map symbols, including references to land, water, cities, and roads;
b) using cardinal directions on maps;
c) identifying the shapes of the United States and Virginia on maps and globes;
d) locating Washington, D.C., the capital of the United States, and Richmond, the capital of Virginia, on a United States map; and
e) constructing simple maps, including a title, map legend, and compass rose.
1.6 The student will develop a geographic understanding that
a) the location of Virginia determines its climate and results in four distinct seasons; and
b) the landforms of Virginia affect the places people live.
a) recognizing basic map symbols, including references to land, water, cities, and roads;
b) using cardinal directions on maps;
c) identifying the shapes of the United States and Virginia on maps and globes;
d) locating Washington, D.C., the capital of the United States, and Richmond, the capital of Virginia, on a United States map; and
e) constructing simple maps, including a title, map legend, and compass rose.
1.6 The student will develop a geographic understanding that
a) the location of Virginia determines its climate and results in four distinct seasons; and
b) the landforms of Virginia affect the places people live.
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Field Trip Suggestions:
1.5: Capital building
1.6: state and local parks
1.6: state and local parks