Introduces compass skills wrt to drawing a locus of points about a line, quadrilateral and point. The second half can be used for KS4 or a skilled KS3 group, perhaps in a following lesson, for it enhances problem-solving skills whilst providing essential context for the subject through the use of maps. These latter examples would make great teacher-led examples or small group activities for those that are new to the subject, or independent tasks for the more able students. All map data is public domain.

This worksheet provides a steady introduction to bearings, starting with transferring between compass notation, three-digit notation and degrees. The worksheet includes examples and tasks of drawing diagrams of real-life scenarios, calculating the bearing from a given counterclockwise example challenging and developing the flexibility of thinking, as well as a a simple map-based question developing problem-solving abilities. Worksheet would function well as a small set of teacher-led examples, or small group tasks, depending on learning approach and current level of study. Hints are provided throughout to prompt pupils to effectively problem-solve independently or within small groups. Generally aimed at KS4 or skilled KS3.

When printed double sided, these can be cut into quarters to form a set of four learning aids for learning bearings, degree and compass directions. Useful for revision, study prompt or introduction to the subject.