This document provides instructions for students to create a map of their own imaginary country over two class periods. It outlines the key elements the map must include: drawing the country shape on graph paper, adding a compass rose and scale; labeling lines of latitude and longitude with numbers not just 1, 2, 3, etc.; including a prime meridian, equator, flags, and 15 latitude and longitude coordinates for locations within the country; and attaching the finished map to a larger piece of paper along with a map key explaining the symbols.

1. Create A Country Map Key: What do all of the symbols on your map stand for? 15 Latitude and Longitude Coordinates Label Your Lines of Longitude Here 1 . This project is going to be done over the course of two class periods. 2. On the first day, you are going to be given a piece of graph paper on which you will create your country. 3 . Your country can be any shape you would like, and can include anything inside of it that you would like. 4 . You should Include a compass rose and a scale on your graphing paper. 5 . When you come to class on the second day, your country needs to be entirely completed, including being colored. 6. On day two, you are going to be given a larger 11x17 inch paper on which you will glue your newly created country. 7. After gluing your country to the larger paper, you are to create a map key that explains what all the symbols on your map stand for. 8. A Map Title is required and try to be creative! 9 . All countries need to have a flag! 10 . Label each line of latitude and longitude with appropriate numbers. Do not just label the lines 1, 2, 3, 4. You need to count by at least 2 for each line. Example, 2,4,6,8. 11 . Please make sure that there is a Prime Meridian and an Equator somewhere on your map. This way, you map will display north, south, east, and west latitudes and longitudes. 12 . Finally, give me 15 latitude and longitude coordinates for important items within you country. 13 . If you have any questions, either consult the diagram to the left, or ask me, I will be glad to help! Example: Raponiville: 14 ° N, 27 ° W Higgins Land: 6 ° S, 19 ° E Map Title Scale Compass Rose Create your Country’s Flag La t i t ude He r e Have Fun! and Be Creative!