Compass Points and Direction KS2/Second Level Anchor Charts

A bright and engaging set of 8 Compass Points and Direction Anchor Charts designed for pupils working within Second Level Curriculum for Excellence.

These colourful, primary-friendly posters introduce compass points and direction step by step, using clear explanations, visual examples, maps, grids and problem-solving activities.

WHAT IS INCLUDED?
What Are Compass Points?
The 4 Main Compass Points
The 8 Compass Points
Using Compass Points
Left and Right Turns
Following Directions on a Grid
Using a Compass Rose on Maps
Compass Points and Direction Problem Solving

SKILLS COVERED:
Identifying North, East, South and West
Recognising North-East, South-East, South-West and North-West
Understanding the 8-point compass
Using compass points to describe locations
Understanding clockwise and anti-clockwise turns
Recognising quarter, half and full turns
Following directional instructions
Moving North, South, East and West on a grid
Reading and using a compass rose
Using directions when reading maps
Following routes from a starting point
Solving compass point and direction problems
Applying directional language to real-life situations

EACH ANCHOR CHART FEATURES:
Bright, child-friendly design
Clear explanations
Colourful diagrams and illustrations
Key mathematical vocabulary
Worked examples
Helpful reminders and top tips
Real-life links
Problem-solving opportunities

PERFECT FOR:
P5-P7
Second Level Numeracy and Mathematics
Whole-class teaching
Maths working walls
Classroom displays
Guided maths
Revision and consolidation
Independent reference
Position and movement topics
Map and direction activities
The consistent visual style makes these posters ideal for creating an engaging maths working wall while giving pupils a useful reference throughout their learning.

Curriculum: Curriculum for Excellence
Level: Second Level
Subject: Numeracy and Mathematics
Topic: Compass Points and Direction
Pages: 8

A colourful and practical classroom resource for helping Second Level learners confidently use compass points, follow directions, read maps and solve directional problems.