Don't just draw a line. Notice how it follows the rivers (Dnieper, Lovat, Dvina). Imagine Viking ships being dragged over land (called volok ) between the rivers. This route is why cities like Polotsk became so wealthy! 3. The "Invisibles": Slavic Tribes
Before the big borders were drawn, the land was a patchwork of tribes. When labeling your map, remember their "addresses": The north (Polotsk). kontyrnaia karta po istorii belarusi 6 klass
In the 6th grade, your map usually focuses on the formation of the first states on our land. Keep an eye out for these: Don't just draw a line
Never turn in a map without a legend (the box explaining what your symbols mean). Use different colors for different centuries. This route is why cities like Polotsk became so wealthy
Use colored pencils, not markers (markers bleed through the paper).
Here is some interesting content to help you master your map work and see the "big picture" of Belarusian history at this stage: 1. The "Big Three" Principalities