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Key Stage 2Ages 7-11Geography

Free Maps Worksheets for Key Stage 2

Reading and creating maps. Download free printable geography worksheets designed for Key Stage 2 students (ages 7-11), aligned to the UK National Curriculum.

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What Your Child Will Learn

Read four-figure grid references accurately
Use a map scale to measure distances
Identify physical and human features on an OS map
Use the eight compass points for directions

Sample Maps Questions for Key Stage 2

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

1

What are grid references and how do you read them?

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2

A map has a scale of 1:50,000. How many km does 2 cm on the map represent?

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Hint: 1 cm = 0.5 km

3

Describe the difference between a physical map and a political map.

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4

What are the eight compass points? Include the intercardinal directions.

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5

Explain what contour lines on a map tell us about the land.

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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

These maps skills prepare students for secondary school, where they will encounter more challenging applications and abstract concepts.

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 2

CountriesWeatherRiversContinents

Maps for Other Age Groups

Early Years

Ages 0-2

Nursery

Ages 3-4

Reception

Ages 4-5

Key Stage 1

Ages 5-7

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 2 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 2?▼
Yes, these worksheets are specifically designed for Key Stage 2 students (ages 7-11). 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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