PPT: Maps and Locations | Mathematics (Maths Mela) Class 5 - New NCERT PDF Download

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Maps And Locations
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Maps And Locations
What are Directions?
Directions help us find our way from one place to another.
There are four main directions: East (E), West (W), North (N), and South (S).
Cardinal Directions: These are the four main directions we use to navigate.
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Maps And Locations
What are Directions?
Directions help us find our way from one place to another.
There are four main directions: East (E), West (W), North (N), and South (S).
Cardinal Directions: These are the four main directions we use to navigate.
Finding Directions Using the Sun
Face the Rising Sun
Human beings keep track of directions. One way we figure out 
directions is by facing the rising Sun.
Identify East
When Manu faces the rising Sun, that direction is East.
Other Directions
His left hand points Nor t h, his right hand points Sout h, and behind him 
is W est.
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Maps And Locations
What are Directions?
Directions help us find our way from one place to another.
There are four main directions: East (E), West (W), North (N), and South (S).
Cardinal Directions: These are the four main directions we use to navigate.
Finding Directions Using the Sun
Face the Rising Sun
Human beings keep track of directions. One way we figure out 
directions is by facing the rising Sun.
Identify East
When Manu faces the rising Sun, that direction is East.
Other Directions
His left hand points Nor t h, his right hand points Sout h, and behind him 
is W est.
Understanding Directions with Bird Watching
How Birds Use Directions:
Birds, like many animals, also use directions to travel, especially when 
migrating.
Migration is the long-distance movement of animals from one place to 
another, often to find food or a suitable environment.
Birds fly in specific directions as part of their migration.
For example:
Siberian Cranes travel from Siberia (a cold region) to India (a warmer region) during the winter.
These birds follow certain directions to reach their destinations.
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Maps And Locations
What are Directions?
Directions help us find our way from one place to another.
There are four main directions: East (E), West (W), North (N), and South (S).
Cardinal Directions: These are the four main directions we use to navigate.
Finding Directions Using the Sun
Face the Rising Sun
Human beings keep track of directions. One way we figure out 
directions is by facing the rising Sun.
Identify East
When Manu faces the rising Sun, that direction is East.
Other Directions
His left hand points Nor t h, his right hand points Sout h, and behind him 
is W est.
Understanding Directions with Bird Watching
How Birds Use Directions:
Birds, like many animals, also use directions to travel, especially when 
migrating.
Migration is the long-distance movement of animals from one place to 
another, often to find food or a suitable environment.
Birds fly in specific directions as part of their migration.
For example:
Siberian Cranes travel from Siberia (a cold region) to India (a warmer region) during the winter.
These birds follow certain directions to reach their destinations.
What is a Map?
A map is a drawing or representation of an area, showing 
locations and features like roads, rivers, cities, and 
mountains.
Maps help us understand the layout of a place and guide us 
in finding locations.
Key Features of a Map:
Compass Rose: Shows the cardinal directions (North, 
South, East, West).
Scale: Tells us the real-world distances between points on 
the map.
Symbols: Use pictures or icons to represent different 
places, like hospitals, parks, or schools.