Which way? Compass directions on a world map: map worksheet for Grade 4, page 1 preview

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Which way? Compass directions on a world map · Grade 4

Use a compass rose and a world map to say whether places are north, south, east or west of each other. Practices cardinal directions.

Grade 4 · ages 9 to 10
Easy
15 to 20 minutes
1 page
Free

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What the sheet says

Directions: Use the compass rose and the map to answer each question.

Africa
Antarctica
Asia
Europe
North America
South America
Oceania
Southern Ocean
Arctic Ocean
Atlantic Ocean
Indian Ocean
Pacific Ocean
1. Is the Pacific Ocean east or west of South America?
2. Is Antarctica north or south of Africa?
3. Is the Indian Ocean east or west of South America?
4. Is Africa east or west of the Indian Ocean?

What your child practices

Your child practices cardinal directions. The skill is “Read a map”: use legends, directions and scale.

Grades and ages: Grade 4, ages 9 to 10
Time: About 15 to 20 minutes
Subject: Geography
Level: Easy for Grade 4
Answer key: Yes, for grown-ups who sign in
Printing: 1 page, US Letter or A4, low-ink option
Updated: October 15, 2026

How to use it

Find the map's title, key and compass together before answering anything. Point to each place on the map before writing the answer. It is one of the easier sheets for Grade 4, good as a warm-up or a first look at the skill.

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Tip for grown-ups: Find the compass and key together before answering anything.

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