Real-World Map Orientation

Learning to align maps with real-world features for accurate navigation

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Learning to align maps with real-world features for accurate navigation

Quick Info

low

25m x 25m minimum for grid plus perimeter

Equipment Required

Coloured Cones

25 (5 each of 5 colours)

Practice maps

1 per group (10)

Large demonstration map

Individual or pair maps

10-15

Landmark markers

10-15

Net Materials

As needed

Mats

As needed

Sun Markers

As needed

Suitable For

Year 5

Year 4

Suitable Sports

Outdoor Adventurous Activities

Activity Tags

Teaching Focus

Guided Discovery

Cognitive Challenge

Features

Adaptable

Interactive

Engaging

Space

Indoor

Medium Space

Outdoor

Indoor/Outdoor

Competition

Non-Competitive

Skills

Spatial Awareness

Tactics

Decision Making

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Activity Type

Skill Drill

Weather

All Weather

Values

Communication

Cooperation

Respect

Intensity

Low Intensity