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GM2-6: Describe different views and pathways from locations on a map.

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Elaboration on this Achievement Objective

This objective requires students to see schematic maps as a two dimensional representation of the real world. By looking at a map students should be able to anticipate landmarks they will see from a given location and in which direction (N, S, E, W) those landmarks will be seen. From a map they should give a set of directions, using distances in whole numbers of metres and quarter/half turns, that will take a person from one position on the map to another,  turn right and walk about 25 metres.

 

Teaching resources for this Achievement Objective
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Maps

Level Two
Geometry and Measurement
Units of Work
In this unit ākonga are introduced to using maps. They use maps to locate landmarks, identify views from different locations, and give directions using left and right turns, and distances.
  • Use a map to identify views from a location
  • Use compass directions to describe the direction of landmarks
  • Describe pathways between map locations.
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Wheelchair Access

Level Two
Level Three
Geometry and Measurement
Figure It Out activities
This is a level 2-3 activity from the Figure It Out series.A PDF of the student activity is included.
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Where am I?

Level Two
Geometry and Measurement
Rich learning activities
The purpose of this activity is to engage students in accurately reading and interpreting a map of an unfamiliar location. They should be particularly aware of the significance of using landmarks to locate positions on the ground.