Are you in need of a map? If so, then you may be able to find any type of map you need right online! One place online to look is the yahoo or google maps. Both of these search engines have web sites such as Map Quest. Map Quest allows you to type in where you are going and will show you exactly where you need to go. The way it works is very similar to a GPS. Map Quest is just one of manyfree map programs that are available on the internet.
Does your child need a map for school? If so, you can find free maps of the world or even free topographical maps in the library. Sometimes you can make copies at the library. You could also borrow a book full of maps. This way, if your child needs it for school, they will have it to look at for a reference. Encyclopedias are also good places to look for these things. Many times when you purchase an entire encyclopedia set you will get a free map or even an atlas book.
If you are traveling and need a map, you can stop at a visitors' center. These types of places will have free back road maps. In Canada as well as the United States you will be able to find free road maps in these centers. They are really worth stopping at because you will be able to find plenty of helpful tidbits of information. Free maps are worth taking advantage of!