Use 4-figure and 6-figure grid references to locate places on a map
Exercise Difficulty 5 ~6 min hist.g3.f.geo.grid_references.ex_03

Six Figure Grid

Prompt

Stretch: use 6-figure grid references for 2 features on the school-yard map. Show the calculation (e.g., 645,378 means 645 across and 378 up within the larger square).

How it's presented
mode text
Answer criteria
type six figure grid
rubric
Both 6-figure references correct with reasoning = mastery
Hints
  1. 6-figure = 3 digits across + 3 digits up.
  2. More precise than 4-figure.
  3. Shows position WITHIN a square.
Misconceptions to watch
  • Children may treat 6-figure as a separate system - it's a refinement of 4-figure.