Finding Your Way
Complete the following Requirements.
Do the following:
Using a map of your city or town, locate where you live.
Draw a map for a friend so he or she can locate your home, a park, a school, or other locations in your neighborhood. Use symbols to show parks, buildings, trees, and water. You can invent your own symbols. Be sure to include a key so your symbols can be identified.
Do the following:
Identify what a compass rose is and where it is on the map.
Use a compass to identify which direction is north. Show how to determine which way is south, east, and west.
Go on a scavenger hunt using a compass, and locate an object with a compass.
Using a map and compass, go on a hike or walk with your den or family.
Page updated on January 19, 2023
The compass rose can be found on a compass, nautical charts, and maps. It’s purpose is to display the orientation of the cardinal directions along with the multiple points in between.