Reed.SchoolPractice Lab

Geography · Grades 3–5 · 3–5 minutes

Map Grid Mission

Use lettered columns and numbered rows to locate places across the city map.

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Letter = column.Number = row.Read the letter first.
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Planning desk notes

For teachers

Map Grid Mission practices letter-number map coordinates. Letters identify columns, numbers identify rows, and students read the letter first. It is designed for alphanumeric map grids rather than Cartesian ordered pairs.

Recommended grades
3–5
Skill
Alphanumeric map-grid coordinates
Session length
3–5 minutes
Format
Individual, partner, station, or projector
Preparation
None
Account required
No
Before play

Model the order.

Model one example aloud: “I start with column C, then move to row 3.”

During play

Make thinking audible.

Ask students to say the column and row before submitting an answer.

After play

Move to paper.

Have students draw a 4×4 grid, place three landmarks, and exchange maps with a partner.

Related Teacher NoteCoordinate Grid Activities That Make Sense in Grades 3–5

Printable next steps

Three existing Reed.School resources for guided lessons, stations, and independent map practice.