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Real-World Map Orientation

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

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About This Activity

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

Quick Info

low
21
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

1

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