Grid References and Compass Points - Progression Points

Dimension

Level

Progression Point

Space

2.25

• Determination of approximate north by considering the position of the sun
• Use of a grid to refer to objects on a map

3.0 Standard

… Students locate and identify places on maps and diagrams.

They give travel directions and describe positions using simple compass directions (for example, N for North) and grid references on a street directory.

3.25

• Use of a graphical scale to determine actual size and distance from a map

3.75

• Use of a compass and compass directions to describe orientation in the school ground

4.0 Standard

… Students use the ideas of size, scale, and direction to describe relative location and objects in maps.

They use compass directions, coordinates, scale and distance, and conventional symbols to describe routes between places shown on maps.

5.0 Standard

… Students use lines, grids, contours, isobars, scales and bearings to specify location and direction on plans and maps.

Working Mathematically

2.25

• Use of technology to create and manipulate shapes and simple maps

Number

2.75

• Representation of multiplication as a rectangular array and as the area of a rectangle