Activity 55 · Mathematics
Cardinal-Direction Builder
Materials Compass mats and object cards.
What to describe
Students place objects north, south, east, west, northeast, northwest, southeast, or southwest of a central location.
Roles
How a round works
Make it harder or easier
Harder
Require coordinates, units, and exact quantities; describe in one uninterrupted turn with no questions.
Easier
Allow yes/no questions and provide a labeled grid or number line as a shared reference.
Reflect
Skills
Standards & alignment
TEKS Math TEKS · geometry, spatial reasoning & precise mathematical communication (confirm grade code)
NGSS NGSS SEP-8: Obtaining, Evaluating & Communicating Information · SEP-2: Developing & Using Models