Position

QT Elements
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 * DK || DU  || PK  || <span style="display: block; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 150%; text-align: center;">HOT  || <span style="display: block; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 150%; text-align: center;">M  || <span style="display: block; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 150%; text-align: center;">SC  || <span style="display: block; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 150%; text-align: center;">EQC  || <span style="display: block; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 150%; text-align: center;">E  || <span style="display: block; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 150%; text-align: center;">HE  || <span style="display: block; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 150%; text-align: center;">SS  || <span style="display: block; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 150%; text-align: center;">SSR  || <span style="display: block; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 150%; text-align: center;">SD  || <span style="display: block; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 150%; text-align: center;">BK  || <span style="display: block; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 150%; text-align: center;">CK  || <span style="display: block; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 150%; text-align: center;">KI  || <span style="display: block; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 150%; text-align: center;">I  || <span style="display: block; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 150%; text-align: center;">C  || <span style="display: block; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 150%; text-align: center;">N  ||

· <span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">uses a key or legend to locate a specific object · <span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">construct simple plans and map · <span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">plots points at given coordinates to create a picture · <span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">use given directions to follow a route on a simple map · <span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">draw and describe a path or route on a simple map or plan
 * <span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif";">SGS2.3 <span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;"> Uses simple maps and grids to represent position and follow routes ||
 * · <span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">describes the location of an object using more than one descriptor eg ‘The book is on the third shelf and second from the left.’

<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; margin: 3pt 0cm 3pt 9.05pt;">EXTRA (addressed in later terms for Yr 4) · <span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">uses a compass to find North · <span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">uses an arrow to represent North on a map · <span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">determines the directions N, S, E and W given one of the directions · <span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">uses N, S, E and W to describe the location of an object on a simple map eg ‘The treasure is east of the cave.’ · <span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">determines the directions NE, NW, SE and SW given one of the directions · <span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">uses NE, NW, SE and SW to describe the location of an object on a simple map eg ‘The treasure is north-east of the cave.’ · <span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">uses simple coordinates on a grid to describe position <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; margin: 3pt 0cm 3pt 9.05pt;"> eg ‘The lion’s cage is at B3.’ || <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; margin: 7pt 0cm 0pt;">**Working Mathematically** <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; margin: 7pt 0cm 3pt;">**Students learn to** · <span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif";">use and follow positional and directional language (//Communicating//) · <span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif";">create simple shapes using computer software involving direction and angles (//Applying Strategies//) · <span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif";">discuss the use of grids in the environment <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; margin: 1pt 0cm 1pt 9.05pt;"> eg zoo map, map of shopping centre <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; margin: 1pt 0cm 1pt 9.05pt;"> (//Communicating, Reflecting//) · <span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif";">use computer software involving maps, position and paths (//Applying Strategies//) · <span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif";">create a simple map or plan using computer paint, draw and graphics tools (//Applying Strategies//) · <span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif";">use simple coordinates in games, including simulation software (//Applying Strategies//) <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">interpret and use simple maps found in factual texts and on the Internet <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"> (//Applying Strategies, Communicating//) ||

<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">A student is blind folded and the class provides directions on how to retrieve an item such as a beanbag from within the classroom.
 * **<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Lesson 1: Register when completed **** ü ****<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"> / / 2011 ** || <span style="display: block; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; text-align: center;">Resources  ||
 * **<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Activity 1: Beanbag Hunt **

**<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Activity2: **<span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;"> Brainstorm a list of words that were used to give directions. (left, right, down, up...)

**<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Activity 3: Worksheet, Describing Position - R.I.C Publications p24 ** <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Students answer questions about the location of items in a bedroom. <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">This activity includes using language such as; on top, far right, under, right-hand, second etc. <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;"> Students must provide a brief description on how to find certain items. || · <span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">Bean bags · <span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">Blind folds · <span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">Class set of worksheet – Describing Position ||

<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Student study the map and the key to answer the questions.
 * **<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Lesson 2: Register when completed **** ü ****<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"> / / 2011 ** || <span style="display: block; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; text-align: center;">Resources  ||
 * **<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Activity 1: Worksheet, Map Keys – 1 R.I.C Publications p30 **

**<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Activity 2: D **<span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">raw a classroom map with a key <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Using grid paper or large sheets of butcher’s paper students design a map for the classroom with coordinates and a key. || · <span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">Class set of worksheets – Map Keys -1 · <span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">Grid paper or butcher paper ||

**<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Activity 1: **<span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;"> As a class walk around the school and determine the compass points of various locations (library, toilets, canteen, where the students line up... etc) Students identify North on a compass in then determining the other three directions, East, West and South. This could be done in the playground before introducing students to using these directions on maps to describe the positions of various places. **<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Activity 2: Worksheet – Following Directions R.I.C Publications pg25 ** <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Students are given a blank map with symbols (key). Students complete their map and answer questions by referring to their map. **<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Conclusion: **<span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">Determine North, South, East and West within the classroom. <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Students answer various questions and move to either N, S,E or W within the classroom depending on answer. Introduce the four directions NE, NW, SE and SW. || · <span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">Class set of compass’ · <span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">Set of worksheets – Following Directions ||
 * **<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Lesson 3: Register when completed **** ü ****<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"> / / 2011 ** || <span style="display: block; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; text-align: center;">Resources  ||
 * **<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Introduction **<span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">: <span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">Introduce the concept of North, South, East and West.
 * **<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Lesson 4: Register when completed **** ü ****<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"> / / 2011 ** || <span style="display: block; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; text-align: center;">Resources  ||
 * **<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Introduction **<span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">: Revise <span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">the concept of North, South, East and West NW, NW, SW and SW.

**<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Activity 1: Worksheet – Understanding Maps and Keys. ** <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Students are given a blank map with symbols (key). Students complete their map and answer questions by referring to their map.

**<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Activity 2: **<span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">Using the blank coordinates grid students create their own treasure map.

<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Optional EXTRA: ** Computer Access Required ** <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">Use software to create a treasure map. <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; margin: 0cm 0cm 0pt;">http://www.teacherled.com/resources/mapmaker/treasuremapaload.html || · <span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">Set of worksheets – Understanding Maps and Keys · <span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">Set of worksheets – blank coordinates grid · <span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">Computer access ||
 * **<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Assessment: Register when completed **** ü ****<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"> / / 2011 ** || <span style="display: block; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; text-align: center;">Resources  ||
 * **<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Students complete a stencil on position. ** || · <span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt;">Set of worksheets – position assessment  ||