Overview of Coordinate Grids
In the simulation activity on the next pages, you will use a coordinate grid to decide where to build different parts of your settlement. Before starting, read through this slideshow to refresh your knowledge of coordinate grids.
Coordinate Grids
Now, practice using a coordinate grid by completing the activity on pages 10 – 11 of your Engineering Portfolio.
Teacher Note
On this page students will learn about coordinate grids. They will use their new knowledge during their simulation as they place pieces of their settlement on the map.
Essential Questions
- How do coordinate grids help to organize information?
- How can the coordinate system improve understanding other map systems?
STEM Career
Connection
Watch this video to meet farmer Jon Quinn.
Farming in colonial times was strictly hard labor. But today, twenty-first century farmers can use technology to be more efficient, productive and environmentally friendly.
