Maps, grids and the compass
Find places with a letter and a number, and describe routes with north, south, east and west. Read one step, play with it, then tap “I understand this”.
Grid references
A map with a grid has letters along the top (columns) and numbers down the side (rows). A grid reference like C4 gives the letter first, then the number.
The town map
Tap a square and read its grid reference.
Where is it?
Look at the map and choose the right answer.
Correct: 0The compass: north, south, east and west
On most maps north is at the top. Then south is at the bottom, east on the right and west on the left. Remember the order clockwise: Never Eat Soggy Waffles.
East and west change the letter; north and south change the number.
Send the meerkat
Use the compass buttons to send the meerkat to the place. Try the shortest route.
East is right and west is left only when north is at the top. Always check the compass on the map first.
Left and right depend on where you stand and look. North always stays north, even if you turn around. That is why two people with a map can follow the same route.
Follow the directions
Where are you now?
Follow the directions in your head and choose where you end up.
Correct: 0Check yourself
- A grid reference: first the letter (column), then the number (row), like C4.
- North at the top, south at the bottom, east on the right, west on the left (when north is at the top).
- East and west change the letter; north and south change the number.
Write these points in your maths book. Read them again the night before the test.
Quick questions
Tap an answer. If you get one wrong, read why and go back to that step. You get new questions every time.
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Ready for more? The Grade 6 position quiz gives you new questions every time.
- One step a day is enough. Ten calm minutes work better than an hour the night before the test.
- Look at a road map or Google Maps together. Ask: “If we drive north, which town comes first?”
- Ask your child to tell you the rule in their own words. If they can explain it, they understand it.
- The ticks (“I understand this”) are saved on this device only. We never ask for names or emails.
Follows CAPS for Grade 6 Maths. Always check your teacher’s notes and textbook too.