Math · Stage 3
Grids & Compass Directions
Say exactly where something is on a grid, move it square by square, and name the way you go with a compass — North, South, East, West.
✦ Math📘 Stage 3 · S3⏱ ~10 min🧒 Ages 7–8★ Free to start
I can describe position and movement on a grid; use compass directions.
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Kavi's Treasure Grid 🗺️
Kavi has a treasure map drawn on squares. "The chest is in column C, row 2 — that square is C2!" hoots Kavi. "To get there I move East ➡️ then North ⬆️. A grid tells me where things are, and the compass tells me which way to go. Let's learn both!"
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What your child will learn
1North, South, East, WestA compass names the four main directions. Tap each one to hear it. An arrow shows which way it points when North is up.
2Columns, rows and squaresA grid is covered in squares. We name a square with its column letter and its row number — always the column first. Tap each word.
3Which way is each move?
4Opposite directionsEvery compass direction has an opposite — the exact other way. Tap each card to check.
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A peek inside
Kavi faces the sunrise in the morning ☀️. Which compass direction is Kavi facing?
the sun always rises in the East → Kavi faces East
Try this at home: The sun sets in the evening. Which compass direction does it set in? (N / S / E / W)
Ready to play and learn?
Start the free interactive lesson, or print the handout for screen-free play.
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