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Using maps to find our way around can be really easy if you know how. But maps need to be consistent in their format - that's why GRID LINES and CO-ORDINANTS are used. And users of maps normally benefit from some training on how to interpret what they read on a map!
What are grid lines?
Every map in the UK has a series of lines drawn on top of the map. These lines each have a different number, making it easy to find a reference point for a particular location.
The lines on the right and left side of the map are called northings; the numbers increase from south to north.
The lines on the top and bottom of the map are called eastings; the numbers increase from west to east.
We can see on the map below the northings , 03 , 04 05 and 06.
Image produced from the Ordnance Survey.
Over to you!
We are going to mark northings and eastings for our 3D Map, using string cellotape and sticky labels. Make sure your string grid lines are evenly spaced, and they are labelled with numbers starting at 01 for both the eastings and northings.
