All black lines running in the same direction as the equator are called liens of latitude. The equator is 0 degrees latitude. Follow this line to find the Galapagos Islands, off the west coast of the continent of South America. Students count two lines north of the equator. Students count five lines south of the equator.
Students find the North Pole.
The North Pole is 80 degrees N latitude. Students find the South Pole. The South Pole is 80 degrees S latitude. Students can find locations on the globe by using longitude and latitude together. Students find 0 degree longitude.