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Geography

Build a Simple Compass

Overview

Students learn how to find direction without technology.

Learning Objective
Students understand direction using simple tools.

Resources needed

  • Leaf or paper
  • Water
  • Small metal object (optional)

Lesson stages

0 / 5 done
  1. 1 Place water in a container.
  2. 2 Put a leaf or paper on the water.
  3. 3 Place a small object on top.
  4. 4 Observe movement.
  5. 5 Discuss direction ideas.

Tap a step to mark it as done.

Variations

  • Compare with sun direction.
  • Use landmarks instead.
More information

Teach north, south, east, west.

Focus on sun direction if materials are limited.

Students understand basic direction.

Use sun instead of tools.

Activity details
Primary Medium 20 minutes 5 mins prep Pairs Indoor & Outdoor
Topics
Direction