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Map Orientation Detective

Students learn to orientate maps using cardinal points and identify features in their environment

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About This Activity

Students learn to orientate maps using cardinal points and identify features in their environment

Quick Info

low
16
Minimum 20m x 20m open space

Equipment Required

Simple maps of area

1 per pair (15 copies typical)

Markers (cones, spots, objects)

8-12

Compasses

1 per pair (optional)

Target Areas

As needed

Markers

As needed

Compass

As needed

Suitable For

Year 6

Suitable Sports

Outdoor Adventurous Activities

Activity Tags

Features

Adaptable
Interactive
Engaging

Competition

Non-Competitive

Skills

Spatial Awareness
Tactics
Decision Making

Teaching Focus

Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Activity Type

Skill Drill

Space

Medium Space
Outdoor

Weather

All Weather

Values

Communication
Cooperation
Respect

Intensity

Low Intensity