Town Block Hunt

Worksheet Description

This worksheet presents a town block map, featuring various shops, landmarks, and streets like Reader Avenue and Maple Street. Students answer questions about how far apart landmarks are, the location of various shops, and the relative positioning of items on the map. The goal is to build understanding of street layouts and spatial relationships between urban features. It encourages students to think about how to navigate and locate destinations within a town.

Educational Skills: Completing this worksheet improves students’ understanding of urban layouts and the spatial relationships between streets and landmarks. It helps them develop the ability to interpret street maps, a crucial skill for both navigation and geography. The activity also enhances their critical thinking as they estimate distances between blocks. This exercise strengthens map-reading skills that can be applied in everyday life.