D. Text used after recitation as means of summary and review in much of home geography and in certain parts of upper grade work. Teachers here use materials of book as “texts” or points of departure.
3. The Use of Maps.
A. Maps fundamental in geography.
B. Maps only clear and accurate means of representing certain classes of facts. Examples of such facts.
C. Essential points to be kept in mind in map use.
a. Cardinal directions indicated by meridians and parallels.
b. Top of map is not necessarily north.
c. Scale is necessary for getting ideas of distance and area.
d. Each map has special symbols adapted to special purpose of map.
e. First maps studied should be maps of local region shown in a horizontal position and properly oriented.