Southeast facts for kids
Southeast, often written as south east, is a special direction. Imagine a compass: if you start at south and turn towards east, southeast is right in the middle. It's the exact opposite of northwest. Knowing directions like southeast helps us find our way around, whether we're exploring a new place or reading a map!
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What is Southeast?
Southeast is one of the eight main directions on a compass. It sits precisely between the cardinal (main) directions of south and east. Think of it as a diagonal line pointing down and to the right on a map.
How We Use Directions Every Day
Directions like southeast are super important for many things.
- Navigation: Sailors, pilots, and even hikers use directions to know where they are going. A ship might be told to sail "southeast" to reach a certain port.
- Maps: When you look at a map, the top is usually north. From there, you can figure out where southeast is. This helps you understand the layout of cities, countries, or even the whole world.
- Weather: Weather forecasters often talk about wind coming from the "southeast." This can tell us about upcoming weather, like if a storm is approaching from that direction.
- Geography: We use directions to describe regions. For example, "Southeast Asia" refers to a group of countries located in the southeastern part of the Asian continent. The "Southeastern United States" is a region in the US known for its unique climate and culture.
Understanding a Compass Rose
A compass rose is a design found on maps and nautical charts. It shows all the main directions.
- The four main directions are North, East, South, and West.
- Between these, you find the intercardinal (or ordinal) directions: Northeast, Northwest, Southeast, and Southwest.
- Southeast is always 135 degrees clockwise from North. This means if you start facing North and turn to your right, you'll reach Southeast after turning 135 degrees.
Southeast in Geography
Many places around the world are named or described using the direction southeast. This helps people quickly understand their location.
Regions of the World
- Southeast Asia: This is a large region in Asia that includes countries like Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, and the Philippines. It's known for its beautiful beaches, ancient temples, and diverse cultures.
- Southeastern Europe: This part of Europe includes countries like Greece, Bulgaria, and parts of Turkey. It has a rich history and many different landscapes.
- Southeastern United States: This region in America is famous for its warm weather, delicious food, and unique music styles. States like Florida, Georgia, and Louisiana are part of this area.
Images for kids
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Compass rose from "American Practical Navigator" 1916
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Ming Dynasty 24-pointed compass
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A friendly robot
See also
In Spanish: Sureste para niños
