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\"The<\/a>We stress this one rule of cartography:<\/p>\n

When you are making a map, it is made to be seen by others. A map is made to be displayed. The key to making an effective, legible map is neatness.<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Do’s:<\/h4>\n
    \n
  • The best tools for student mapmakers are colored pencils and graphite pencils with very sharp points<\/strong> for labeling.<\/li>\n
  • It is important to have a good eraser<\/strong>. You may make a mistake, or spell a name worng, or want to change the position of a label.<\/li>\n
  • \u00a0A good pencil sharpener<\/strong> is helpful too.<\/li>\n
  • A mechanical pencil <\/strong>is useful for labeling areas that are small.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Dont’s:<\/h4>\n
      \n
    • Avoid using ballpoint pens and markers <\/strong>that cannot be erased.<\/li>\n
    • Avoid using crayons<\/strong> — colored pencils allow finer detail and shading.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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