Grade 2 - NGSS - CA
Contour line
A line on a topographic map connecting points of equal elevation contour line. A contour line is like a path that shows places on a map that are the same height.
Landform
A natural land feature, like valleys, hills or plains. Landform. A landform is a shape or feature of the Earth's surface, like a mountain or a valley.
Map legend
Explains the meaning of symbols used on a map. Map legend. A map legend is a key that shows what the pictures and symbols on a map mean.
Plain
A landform of flat land with low relief. Plain. A plain is a large area of flat land where there are not many big hills or mountains.
Plateau
A flat raised landform with a nearly level surface is called a plateau. A plateau is like a big, flat table high above the ground.
Topographic map
A map showing Earth's surface features and elevations. Topographic map. A topographic map is like a picture that shows hills, valleys, and other land shapes with lines.
