Pupils select locations to photograph within the school grounds. This lesson extends the idea of the map beyond the classroom to the whole school. They then use photographs of the classroom to create their own 2-D plan of the classroom on paper. The idea of four compass points is introduced, and pupils are taught to give directions. They should be allowed to feel and touch the maps as much as possible. This lesson begins with pupils looking at a variety of maps, including floor maps, globes and street maps. For more information and resources on the history of maps visit the BBC website. This animation can be used by teachers or pupils, and explains essential map skills in a visual, clear and concise way. To gain further understanding of how map skills are taught in the primary curriculum, please visit the RGS website to watch a subject knowledge animation. The later lessons in the sequence can also be used by younger pupils to stretch the more able. The earlier lessons can be used by older pupils too, to ensure they have the baseline knowledge necessary for more advanced map reading activities. By the end of each unit, students will have covered and developed necessary skills. This six-lesson unit on map skills is designed so that one lesson will be taught in each year group from years one through six. A secure understanding of maps underpins all areas of the geography curriculum. Although maps are now widely available online, paper maps are still highly valued. Over the years maps have become more and more accurate, with the use of satellite imagery. Early maps were largely pictorial and often inaccurate. Maps have long been a source of interest and intrigue.
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