Year 9
Lesson details
Key learning points
- In this lesson, we will learn how to read and interpret maps using grid referencing. We will explore how to locate features on a map using grid references and gain an understanding of the importance of this skill in Outdoor and Adventurous Activity (OAA).
Equipment
Please note this lesson will require additional equipment, beyond a pen, pencil or paper. Please see the equipment slide near the start of the lesson video and make sure your child is adequately supervised when equipment is required. Parents and carers are responsible for ensuring that children follow the correct safety advice provided at the start of this lesson and the instructions the teacher gives during the lesson.
Content guidance
- Physical activity required.
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
This content is made available by Oak National Academy Limited and its partners and licensed under Oak’s terms & conditions (Collection 1), except where otherwise stated.
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3 Questions
Q1.
What item of equipment can help you locate things?
A car
A rucksack
Q2.
True or false? It is important to know your exact location if on a hike in the country side.
False
Q3.
Which of these activities is an example of outdoor and adventurous activities? Select two.
Basketball
3 Questions
Q1.
What is a grid reference?
A map reference of horizontal lines.
A map reference of vertical lines.
Q2.
When reading a grid reference which line do you read first?
Vertical line.
Q3.
What is the correct definition of evaluation?
Making a decision about a situation.
Predicting the outcome of a situation before it occurs.