The Local Environment and Map Skills · Autumn Term

Mapping the School and Locality

Developing foundational skills in plan views, symbols, and cardinal directions using the school grounds as a primary laboratory.

Key Questions

  1. 1How can we represent a 3D world on a 2D map?
  2. 2Why are symbols and legends essential for navigation?
  3. 3What are the most significant landmarks in our local area?

NCCA Curriculum Specifications

NCCA: Primary - Maps, globes and graphical skillsNCCA: Primary - Exploring settled areas
Class/Year: 3rd Year
Subject: Exploring Our World: Landscapes and Livelihoods
Unit: The Local Environment and Map Skills
Period: Autumn Term

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