The Local Environment and Mapping · Autumn Term

Creating Simple Maps

Students practice drawing simple sketch maps of familiar areas, incorporating symbols and directions.

Key Questions

  1. Construct a map of your journey to school, highlighting key landmarks.
  2. Compare your map with a classmate's, identifying similarities and differences in representation.
  3. Justify the inclusion of specific details on your map for clarity.

NCCA Curriculum Specifications

NCCA: Primary - Maps, Globes and Graphical Skills
Class/Year: 3rd Class
Subject: Exploring Our World: 3rd Class Geography
Unit: The Local Environment and Mapping
Period: Autumn Term

Suggested Methodologies

Project-Based Learning

Extended projects with real-world deliverables

45–60 min

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Peer Teaching

Students prepare and deliver mini-lessons to classmates

30–55 min

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Think-Pair-Share

Individual reflection, then partner discussion, then class share-out

10–20 min

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