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- Year 5
Fieldwork: can I create a sketch map of roads in my community?
In this lesson we will be learning about how to create sketch maps. We will begin by learning what a sketch map is and then look at the key steps to creating a sketch map. Finally you will use these steps to create a sketch map of the roads in your community.
- Year 5
Fieldwork: can I create a sketch map of roads in my community?
In this lesson we will be learning about how to create sketch maps. We will begin by learning what a sketch map is and then look at the key steps to creating a sketch map. Finally you will use these steps to create a sketch map of the roads in your community.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Model the process for creating a sketch map of the local community
- Option to go for a walk or use a satellite image
- Invite pupils to add annotations and symbols to their maps