two-dimensional models of our three-dimensional world

This week, we took a look at two different kinds of maps: the Peters Projection and the Mercator.

This was to get you really looking at maps, especially maps which were very familiar to you.

Cartographers (those involved in the art and science of making maps) are very important to us as we study Human Geography.

Next week we will be taking a closer look at maps, with an eye toward answers these Key Questions: How do geographers describe where things are?, and Why is each point on Earth unique? 

I'm looking forward to meeting your parents tonight, I hope you enjoy tomorrow's Freshman Retreat, and I hope we ALL have a great weekend!