Generate an Accurate Landscape Profile from a Topographic Map

Eighth graders construct a topographic map of an area using materials provided in class. In this geography lesson plan, 8th graders interpret the contour lines and symbols used in the map. They write a letter describing the topographic...

Students discover the geography of Korea.  In this Asian geography lesson, students research the shape, size, water bodies, and landforms of Korea.  Students create three-dimensional maps of Korea focusing on the topography.

Students study the importance of topographical maps and how they are used in society. They examine the purpose of using elevation lines to represent true elevation. They reflect, explain and analyze their process in the creation of...

Introduce middle or high schoolers to topographic maps with this PowerPoint. After a review of longitude and latitude, display and describe contour lines and intervals. Also explain map scale. This is a useful presentation for a social...

Learners identify the characteristics of topographical maps. Using examples, they practice reading them and describing the information they gather from them. They also discover how to use the website from the U.S. Geological Survey.

Young scholars examine the use of topographic maps as two dimensional representations that show elevations and slopes with contour lines. They read maps of the Salt Lake City, Utah area and complete the associated worksheets that show...

Students interpret topographic maps and infer human activity as it is influenced by the landscape.

This teaching packet is for grades five through eight, and it is organized around geographic themes: location, place, relationships, movement, and regions. There are four full lessons that are complete with posters, weblinks, and...

Young scholars explore the information depicted on topographic maps. They construct a 3-D topographic map of a local area. They go on a field trip to the depicted area and compare the 'real world' with their models.

Students construct a topographic map of the Denali National Park. They identify different elevations and record historic landmarks in student science journals.