Mapping the World: Precision and Perspective · Autumn Term 1
Mastering Ordnance Survey Maps
An in depth look at OS maps focusing on symbols, scale, and the use of six figure grid references for precise location scouting.
Key Questions
- 1How do map symbols allow us to visualize a landscape without being there?
- 2Why is precision in grid references essential for mountain rescue or urban planning?
- 3How does the scale of a map dictate the story it tells about a place?
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
KS2: Geography - Geographical Skills and FieldworkKS2: Geography - Map Skills
Year: Year 6
Subject: Geography
Unit: Mapping the World: Precision and Perspective
Period: Autumn Term 1
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