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Free Maps Worksheets for Key Stage 1

Reading and creating maps. Download free printable geography worksheets designed for Key Stage 1 students (ages 5-7), aligned to the UK National Curriculum.

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What Your Child Will Learn

Use a simple map key (legend) to identify features
Follow a route on a simple map
Identify the four compass points
Understand that maps use symbols to represent features

Sample Maps Questions for Key Stage 1

Here are examples of the types of questions your child will practice:

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Name the four main compass points.

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2

What does a map key (legend) show?

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True or false: North is always at the bottom of a map.

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4

What do the letters N, S, E and W stand for on a compass?

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Name one symbol you might find on a map and what it represents.

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Skills Your Child Will Build

Spatial reasoning
Grid reference skills
Scale understanding
Navigation

Real-World Applications

Understanding maps helps children in everyday situations:

Navigation and hiking
Using Google Maps
Travel planning
Orienteering

Common Mistakes to Watch For

Help your child avoid these common maps mistakes:

  • !Reading grid references in wrong order (northing before easting)
  • !Misreading contour intervals
  • !Ignoring the scale bar
  • !Confusing physical and political maps

Learning Progression

After mastering these foundations, students will progress to more complex maps skills in Key Stage 2, building on the concepts learned here.

Sample Maps Worksheets

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Maps Worksheet - KS1 - Intermediate

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Maps Worksheet - KS1 - Intermediate

Key Stage 1 · intermediate difficulty

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Activity 1: World Continents and Oceans

Identify and name the continents and oceans. Use the list of names provided to fill in the blanks. Write your answers in the boxes.

1. The largest continent is ___. ______
2. The ocean surrounding Antarctica is the ___. ______
3. Africa is a continent. True or False? ______
4. The continent known for its kangaroos is ___. ______
5. The Pacific Ocean is the largest ocean. True or False? ______

Activity 2: Countries of the UK

Name the four countries of the United Kingdom and their capital cities. Use the word bank to help you.

Word bank: England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, London, Edinburgh, Cardiff, Belfast
1. The capital of England is ___. ______
2. __ is the country known for the Loch Ness Monster. ______
3. Cardiff is the capital of ___. ______
4. Belfast is the capital of ___. ______
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Tips for Teaching Maps

1Start with maps of school and local area before world maps
2Always look at the key (legend) before reading a map
3Northing before easting for grid references: "Along the corridor, up the stairs"
4Contour lines: practice identifying hills and valleys from the pattern

More Geography Topics for Key Stage 1

CountriesWeatherRiversContinents

Maps for Other Age Groups

Early Years

Ages 0-2

Nursery

Ages 3-4

Reception

Ages 4-5

Key Stage 2

Ages 7-11

Key Stage 3

Ages 11-14

GCSE

Ages 14-16

A-Level

Ages 16-18

Frequently Asked Questions

What maps topics are covered in these worksheets?▼
Our maps worksheets for Key Stage 1 cover all aspects of reading and creating maps as required by the UK National Curriculum. Each worksheet is designed to build skills progressively from foundation to challenge level.
Are these maps worksheets suitable for Key Stage 1?▼
Yes, these worksheets are specifically designed for Key Stage 1 students (ages 5-7). The content difficulty and question types are carefully matched to National Curriculum expectations for this age group.
How can I use these maps worksheets effectively?▼
We recommend 15-20 minutes of focused practice per session. Use the worksheets to reinforce concepts taught at school, identify areas needing more practice, and build confidence. Every worksheet includes an answer key for easy self-assessment.
Do the maps worksheets include answer keys?▼
Yes, every worksheet comes with a complete answer key on a separate page. This makes it easy for parents to check homework, teachers to mark work, and students to self-assess their understanding.

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