Geography and Map Skills
Grade 3 Social Studies · Alaska, USA
Read and create maps, understand landforms, and explore how geography shapes communities.
Lessons
Reading Maps and Legends
A map is a drawing of a place from above. A legend, or key, explains what the symbols on the map mean.
Cardinal and Intermediate Directions
The four cardinal directions are north, south, east, and west. Intermediate directions are in between, like northeast.
Landforms and Bodies of Water
Landforms are natural shapes on Earth's surface like mountains and valleys. Bodies of water include rivers, lakes, and oceans.
How Geography Affects Communities
The land, water, and climate of a place influence how people in that community live, work, and play.
Mapping Your Community
You can draw a map of your own community to show important places like schools, parks, and stores.
People Also Ask
What topics are in Geography and Map Skills for Grade 3 Social Studies?+
The Geography and Map Skills chapter covers multiple lessons aligned to the Alaska curriculum. Browse all lessons below to see the full topic list.
Is Geography and Map Skills part of the Alaska curriculum?+
Yes, Geography and Map Skills is part of the official Grade 3 Social Studies curriculum in Alaska, USA.