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Lesson overview:Down by the river

  • Pupils will demonstrate understanding of the concept of a basic map.
  • Pupils will navigate their way around a simple orienteering course.
  • Pupils will learn to understand the term 'orientate or 'setting' in relation to map reading.
  • Pupils will demonstrate understanding of the concept of a basic map.
  • Pupils will navigate their way around a simple orienteering course.
  • Pupils will learn to understand the term 'orientate or 'setting' in relation to map reading.

Map, orientate, set, symbol, birds-eye view, oxygen

Skills: orienteering

Equipment Required

Building blocks (e.g. Lego), round maps, round map examples.

Content guidance

Physical activity required.

Supervision Level

Adult supervision recommended.