This clips explains how to use latitude and longitude or grid references to calculate position. Suitable for teaching geography at KS3 and GCSE and National 4 / 5. Co-ordinates and grid references.

Grid reference, distance and scale are key features of map reading. Learn how to use these skills in this guide for students aged 11 to 14 from BBC Bitesize.

In Creating More Effective Graphs, I show the following example where grid lines are used for visual reference. The grids help to compare the relative locations on the different panels.