How+to+Read+a+Map

Click below for the Powerpoint on how to read a map. The slides contain information about cardinal and intermediate directions, pictures of a compass rose, and various maps (political map of the U.S., religions map, and age expectancy map).



Click on the links below to get access to maps that might be helpful to you as you do your road trip project!

[|Immigration Explorer] This map shows you a map of foreign-born groups in the different states, as well as trends throughout the years.

[|Mapping the 2010 U.S. Census] This map shows population density, racial/ethnic groups, and other interesting maps. You can zoom in on individual states by clicking on the area or by clicking on the dropdown menu entitled "Zoom to a State."

[|Interstate Highway Map] [|Enlarged Highway Map] These maps shows the interstate highways of the United States.