Find Columbus’s Treasure

This worksheet uses a 10×10 coordinate plane to map Columbus’s voyage across several stopping points. Students plot coordinates, connect the route, and reveal the final “X” marking the treasure. Follow-up questions require students to interpret the shape of the plotted path and create reverse coordinates. This combines geography, coordinate graphing, and historical exploration in a fun and engaging activity.

Curriculum Matched Skills

Math – Graphing Coordinates on a Grid

Social Studies – Mapping Exploration Routes

Critical Thinking – Analyzing Patterns and Paths

Geography – Understanding Movement Across Regions

This worksheet is part of our Columbus Day Worksheets collection.