Map Skills and Cardinal Directions Worksheets for Grade 2
Practice using a compass rose, map positions and directions through original Grade 2 map tasks. The sequence separates reading a map from explaining a route so teachers can choose the skill to revisit.
Where to start
Start with the compass rose worksheet or Learn Together. Choose the independent resource after learners can locate north; use the application task to compare possible routes.
A common mistake
Left and right depend on which way a person faces. Cardinal directions on the map follow its compass rose, so turning the paper does not redefine north.
What to try next
Ask for a route using direction words, then have a partner trace it on the map. Discuss whether another valid route reaches the same destination.
Practice in learning order
Select the resource that matches the learner’s current skill. Grade labels are guides; the activity and prerequisite skills matter more than completing every sheet.
Original PDF previewMap Skills: The Compass Rose & Cardinal Directions
Practice · Adult guidance · 20 min
Map Skills — The Compass Rose & Cardinal Directions. Describe a route using a stated map direction. Picture-supported tasks with oral or drawing responses. Print on US Letter or A4, or save as PDF from the print window.
Read a Neighborhood Map: Explore and Explain
Explore · Adult guidance · 10 min
Read a Neighborhood Map — Explore and Explain. Describe a route using a stated map direction. Picture-supported tasks with oral or drawing responses. Print on US Letter or A4, or save as PDF from the print window.
Read a Neighborhood Map: Practice Independently
Practice · Adult guidance · 10 min
Read a Neighborhood Map — Practice Independently. Describe a route using a stated map direction. Picture-supported tasks with oral or drawing responses. Print on US Letter or A4, or save as PDF from the print window.
Read a Neighborhood Map: Apply and Create
Apply · Adult guidance · 10 min
Read a Neighborhood Map — Apply and Create. Describe a route using a stated map direction. Picture-supported tasks with oral or drawing responses. Print on US Letter or A4, or save as PDF from the print window.
Original PDF previewRead a Neighborhood Map
Practice · Adult guidance · 20 min
Read a Neighborhood Map. Describe a route using a stated map direction. Picture-supported tasks with oral or drawing responses. Print on US Letter or A4, or save as PDF from the print window.