Finding your direction

In this lesson, we will learn how to find directions by locating north without a compass, where we will discover how to make a compass using items we have available to us. We will explore the different directions and complete some physical challenges based around direction.

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Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

Before we start this lesson, let’s see what you can remember from this topic. Here’s a quick quiz!

Q1.What item of equipment can help you find your direction?

1/3

Q2.True or false? The main points on a compass are north, south, east and west.

2/3

Q3.Which of these items should you take with you if going on a long hike in the countryside? Select two.

Select two (2) boxes

3/3

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Quiz:

Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

Before we start this lesson, let’s see what you can remember from this topic. Here’s a quick quiz!

Q1.What item of equipment can help you find your direction?

1/3

Q2.True or false? The main points on a compass are north, south, east and west.

2/3

Q3.Which of these items should you take with you if going on a long hike in the countryside? Select two.

Select two (2) boxes

3/3

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Finding your direction

Don’t worry if you get a question wrong! Forgetting is an important step in learning. We will recap next lesson.

Q1.Which direction is the top of a map?

1/3

Q2.Which start constellation can help you find north?

2/3

Q3.What is the correct definition of problem solving?

3/3

This quiz includes images that don't have any alt text - please contact your teacher who should be able to help you with an audio description.

Unit quizzes are being retired in August 2023

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Quiz:

Finding your direction

Don’t worry if you get a question wrong! Forgetting is an important step in learning. We will recap next lesson.

Q1.Which direction is the top of a map?

1/3

Q2.Which start constellation can help you find north?

2/3

Q3.What is the correct definition of problem solving?

3/3

Lesson summary: Finding your direction

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Time to move!

Did you know that exercise helps your concentration and ability to learn?

For 5 mins...

Move around:
Walk

On the spot:
Dance