Mark the Map
This worksheet provides opportunities for students to practice labelling a grid reference on a map, then mark a route that follows a set of directions to locate buried treasure. This worksheet is part of a larger Year 3- Marvellous Mapping Unit.
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Learning goals
- We are learning to create and interpret two-dimensional representations, e.g. maps and follow directions to familiar locations.
- We are learning to read simple grid maps and show the positions and pathways.
Curriculum alignment
MA2-1WM
old
Uses appropriate terminology to describe, and symbols to represent, mathematical ideas
MA2-17MG
old
Uses simple maps and grids to represent position and follow routes, including using compass directions
MA2-GM-01
new
Uses grid maps and directional language to locate positions and follow routes
MA2-GM-02
new
Measures and estimates lengths in metres, centimetres and millimetres
MA2-GM-03
new
Identifies angles and classifies them by comparing to a right angle
MA2-2DS-01
new
Compares two-dimensional shapes and describes their features
MA2-2DS-02
new
Performs transformations by combining and splitting two-dimensional shapes
MA2-2DS-03
new
Estimates, measures and compares areas using square centimetres and square metres
Australian Curriculum covers QLD / SA / WA / NT / TAS / ACT.
Differentiation
Extensions
Complete the Fast Finisher where students need to write their own set of directions for a partner to follow.
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