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Make a map that helps someone find their way.
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6–8 years · 15 minutes
Make a map that helps someone find their way.
Paper; Pencil; Clipboard
Choose a safe visible area with an adult.
Sketch three landmarks.
Walk the area and check the map.
Add a simple symbol or route.
An adult stays alongside in an agreed safe area. Do not go near roads, climb or enter private spaces.
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Backyard map · continued
Space to write or sketch.
Space to write or sketch.
What would help a visitor?
Guide an adult using your map.
Map one object.
Add a key and route.
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An adult stays alongside, follows the person's lead and stops when they have had enough.
Paper · Pencil · Clipboard
Choose a safe visible area with an adult.
Try saying: What would help a visitor?
Finish: Guide an adult using your map.
An adult stays alongside in an agreed safe area. Do not go near roads, climb or enter private spaces.
Make it simpler: Map one object.
Take it further: Add a key and route.
A chance to practise mapping, observation. This invitation is an editorial adaptation of the guidance below. It is not a test or a promise about development.
