These worksheets have been created to introduce students to the use of scale on maps. They are designed to progressively guide students through firstly, identifying different scales used on maps and then experiments with using simple scale to identify distance on maps. Answers have been included for your convenience. These sheets are part of a larger unit of work on magnificent Maps- Year 4.
Create and interpret grid reference systems using grid references and directions to locate and describe positions and pathways
Use simple scales, legends and directions to interpret information contained in basic maps
Use simple scales, legends and directions to interpret information contained in basic maps
Uses appropriate terminology to describe, and symbols to represent, mathematical ideas
Uses simple maps and grids to represent position and follow routes, including using compass directions
Uses grid maps and directional language to locate positions and follow routes
Measures and estimates lengths in metres, centimetres and millimetres
Identifies angles and classifies them by comparing to a right angle
Complete the fast finisher to produce a questions on compass direction or legends to ask a friend.