← Say It, Make It

Activity 54 · Mathematics

School Navigation Challenge

School Navigation Challenge
Grades2–8
STEAM📐 Mathematics
Materials Simplified school maps.

What to describe

One student directs a partner from one school location to another using hallways, turns, and landmarks.

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

Functional directionsspatial awareness

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

TEKS & standards →

Download printable pack (PDF) All activities