Kindergarten · Social Studies · Challenge
Free Geography & Maps worksheet - version 5
Kindergarten geography & maps practice with original, difficulty-matched questions. This printable version includes 8 grade-appropriate questions and a separate answer sheet.
Geography & Maps
Kindergarten · Stretch challenge · 8 questions · Version PG-ERP3G4-1ACG
1.Explain “equator” in your own words.
2.Explain “scale” in your own words.
3.Explain “region” in your own words.
4.Explain “map” in your own words.
5.Explain “legend” in your own words.
6.Explain “continent” in your own words.
7.Explain “compass rose” in your own words.
8.Explain “longitude” in your own words.
Answers and teaching notes
Use the answers to check the work after the learner finishes. For writing prompts, the guide describes what a strong response should include.
Show answers for version 5
- Explain “equator” in your own words.the line at zero degrees latitude
- Explain “scale” in your own words.the relationship between map distance and real distance
- Explain “region” in your own words.an area sharing physical or human characteristics
- Explain “map” in your own words.a representation of places and spatial relationships
- Explain “legend” in your own words.a key explaining symbols on a map
- Explain “continent” in your own words.one of Earth's large continuous land areas
- Explain “compass rose” in your own words.a map feature showing directions
- Explain “longitude” in your own words.distance east or west of the prime meridian
Worked example
Use direction, scale, coordinates, and physical or human features to explain location.
Common mistake
Reading a symbol without checking the map legend.
Helpful hint
Check the title, legend, scale, and compass rose.