Rainforest: use compass points

TLF ID L351

Use compass points and a scale to find places on a map. Understand abbreviations such as N, W, SW and E. Follow instructions to find four locations. As you go, look up the meaning of tricky words.





Educational details

Educational value
  • Demonstrates how compass points and scale contribute to the meaning of a map.
  • Provides practice in using compass points to determine direction.
  • Provides practice in using a scale to measure distances on a map.
  • Contains a glossary of difficult terms and their pronunciation.
Year level

3; 4; 5

Learning area
  • English
  • Mathematics
  • Humanities and Social Sciences

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Learning Resource Type
  • Interactive
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