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Compass directions: can you plan and follow routes accurately?

Remote learning: outdoor adventure activities and problem solving

Unit Summary

This unit explores pupils' ability to use a map, compass and plan a route. Developing the confidence to plan and follow movement routes accurately is a valuable cross curricular skill.

Lesson Summary

You will learn to use compass directions to plan and follow movement routes accurately.

Key Notes

  • Move: changing direction while on the move requires you to turn on the balls of your feet and at the hips.
  • Think: using compass directions requires you to apply spatial thinking to plan and follow routes with accuracy.
  • Feel: imagination is required to visualise an area from an aerial view.
  • Connect: being considerate and communicating clearly will enable others to follow your directions.

Vocabulary To Learn

  • compass: a tool or device used to show direction, helping you find North, South, East West and the bearings in between
  • decision making: the process of choosing the best action from different options
  • plot: to plan or mark out a route or series of actions before doing them

Common Mistakes To Avoid

  • A compass is only needed outside.

3 Quick Questions (With Answers)

1. Explain the lesson in two key points.

Move: changing direction while on the move requires you to turn on the balls of your feet and at the hips. Think: using compass directions requires you to apply spatial thinking to plan and follow routes with accuracy.

2. What does this key word mean in this lesson? 'compass'

a tool or device used to show direction, helping you find North, South, East West and the bearings in between.

3. Correct this common mistake.

Mistake: A compass is only needed outside. Correction: A compass can be used anywhere to help us gain an understanding of direction.

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