Map Orientation Using Landmarks
Pairs practice orienting maps using visible landmarks to build fundamental navigation skills
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Pairs practice orienting maps using visible landmarks to build fundamental navigation skills
Quick Info
15 mins
low
20
Area with visible landmarks within 50m radius
Equipment Required
Local area maps
1 per pair
Clipboards
1 per pair
Pencils
1 per pair
Maps
As needed
Suitable For
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Outdoor Adventurous Activities
Activity Tags
Features
Adaptable
Inclusive
Engaging
Space
Indoor
Outdoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Tactics
Decision Making
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Problem Solving
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Weather
All Weather
Values
Communication
Cooperation
Respect
Intensity
Low Intensity
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