Maps
Types, Symbols, and Terms
Learn about the world of information available to map readers. Understand the common and practical uses of maps—from finding one's way across town to finding the yearly rainfall in England. See examples of how symbols on a map stand for real features. Recognize relief, topographical, political, historical, population, and many more kinds of maps. Learn how grids are used on both globes and maps to find locations—and much more.