Locating Places on the Earth — Syllabus
ICSE · Class 3 · Social Science
What Locating Places on the Earth covers in ICSE Class 3 Social Science: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Topics include The Globe, Maps and Their Types.
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Topics in Locating Places on the Earth
The Globe
- A globe is a small model of the Earth.
- It is spherical in shape, just like the real Earth.
- The globe is fixed on a stand in a tilted position to show how the Earth is tilted in space.
Maps and Their Types
- A map is a flat drawing of the Earth or a part of it.
- Maps are easier to carry than globes and show more details.
- There are two main types of maps: Political maps and Physical maps.
Directions and Compass
- There are four main directions: North, South, East, and West.
- The Sun rises in the East and sets in the West.
- At night, the Pole Star (North Star) always points to the North.
Sketches and Finding Places
- A sketch is a rough drawing of a place, not drawn to scale.
- Sketches use simple words like 'left', 'right', 'near', 'behind', 'in front of' to give directions.
- We use sketches to explain how to reach a place quickly, like a friend's house or a park.
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