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Geography

Human Map

Overview

Students become part of a map and show locations using movement.

Learning Objective
Students understand position and direction using their bodies.

Resources needed

  • Open space

Lesson stages

0 / 5 done
  1. 1 Mark simple areas (e.g. north, south, river, school).
  2. 2 Assign students different locations.
  3. 3 Students stand in the correct place.
  4. 4 Teacher gives directions (e.g. move north).
  5. 5 Students move to new positions.

Tap a step to mark it as done.

Variations

  • Add landmarks like mountains or roads.
  • Students give directions to each other.
More information

Use simple direction words and gestures.

Reduce number of locations.

Students move correctly using directions.

Use ground or classroom space.

Students confuse directions.

Supports active learning and spatial thinking.

Activity details
Primary Easy 10–15 minutes no prep Whole Class Indoor & Outdoor
Topics
Maps Location