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Providing quality tested Geography resources at an affordable price. Take the stress out of your teaching and enjoy what many teachers joined the profession for, working with young people. Please follow & review to help me grow my store!
What is globalisation? An introduction to globalisation.
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What is globalisation? An introduction to globalisation.

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If you like my work, please follow me for more resources and leave a review! This 1 hour KS3 lesson introduces the concept of globalisation. Students reflect on why they know so much about celebrities they have never met, can watch sporting events in foreign nations and eat food from around the world. Check out some of my other products relating to Globalisation:- What are products and services? What are producers and consumers? How has employment structure changed in the UK? What is globalisation? What factors have caused globalisation? Why is Apple such a successful global brand? How do conflict minerals affect people living in Africa? Does slavery still exist? (Investigating Apple’s iPhone factories)
Conflict in national parks
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Conflict in national parks

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If you like my work, please follow me for more resources and leave a review! In this two hour KS3 lesson, pupils evaluates the impact of tourism on national parks. Students are required to reflect on the wide range of economic opportunities within national parks, and consider if these positives outweigh problems caused by such use. Students complete a card sort task to categorise tourist impacts. Students use role play cards to identify key issues before taking part in a debate. An engaging cartoon is provided, from which pupils must identify problems that tourists introduce. A conflict matrix is used to reflect on how the wide range of user groups may come into conflict with each other. Bundle and save! This lesson is part of a larger bundle:- Tourism topic bundle Check out some of my other products relating to Tourism:- What types of tourism exist? Why has the tourism industry grown? Why do coasts, mountains and cities attract visitors? How do glaciers shape the land? What are the features of a glaciated landscape? How can conflict in national parks be managed? Where is the Amazon Rainforests & what is it like? Why is the Amazon Rainforests under threat? How can eco-tourism help to manage rainforests sustainably? Why do tourists visit extreme environments? How does tourism impact Antarctica?
Conflict minerals, Impacts of Globalisation, Blood Mobiles, Africa, Congo, DRC
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Conflict minerals, Impacts of Globalisation, Blood Mobiles, Africa, Congo, DRC

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If you like my work, please follow me for more resources and leave a review! This 2 hour KS3 lesson teaches pupils about the true cost of a booming technology industry. Students investigate the sourcing of columbite-tantalite, a vital element in creating components that store energy and are used in almost all of our small electronic devices, especially our mobile phones. Pupils describe the location of the DRC before analysing source images, showing conditions found within coltan mines. A categorising activity teaches pupils about the impact mining on local people. Two supporting documentaries (warning - Includes some graphic scenes) are provided to support the lesson, allowing pupils to realise the untold, harsh and harrowing reality If you like my work, please follow me for more resources and leave a review!of global trade. Check out some of my other products relating to Globalisation:- What are products and services? What are producers and consumers? How has employment structure changed in the UK? What is globalisation? What factors have caused globalisation? Why is Apple such a successful global brand? Does slavery still exist? (Investigating Apple’s iPhone factories)
Monsoon climates, The Indian monsoon, Climate graphs
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Monsoon climates, The Indian monsoon, Climate graphs

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If you like my work, please follow me for more resources and leave a review! This 2 hour KS3 lesson teaches pupils about the features and causes of the Indian monsoon. Students improve Geographical skills, producing a climate graph from Mumbai climate data. Next, pupils describe the distribution of rainfall across India, using a choropleth map. Important techniques to support students in improving their accuracy is included. A supporting video clip is used to help visual learners complete a flick book, in which pupils sequence the key stages that result monsoon climates. Bundle and save! This lesson is part of a larger bundle:- India & The Plastic Problem Check out some of my other products relating to India & The Plastic Problem:- Why is plastic hazardous? Where is India and what is it like? How does India’s physical Geography influence the location of its major cities? Why does India have a monsoon climate? How do ocean gyres move plastic pollution? How developed is India? Why does India have so many squatter settlements? What are the impacts of marine plastic waste? How can plastic waste be reduced?
Ocean currents, Ocean gyres, Ocean garbage patches, Movement of ocean plastic
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Ocean currents, Ocean gyres, Ocean garbage patches, Movement of ocean plastic

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If you like my work, please follow me for more resources and leave a review! In this 2 hour KS3 lesson, pupils explore why plastic moves through the open ocean to accumulate in ‘garbage patches’. Pupils consider the sources of ocean plastic and reflect on why so much plastic ends up in the ocean. Pupils are expected to produce a short piece of descripting writing, detailing the horrors of ocean garbage patches. Pupils develop their understanding of ocean currents through a heads and tails worksheet, proving support for weaker pupils. Students then label the main ocean gyres on a world map, before completing a comprehension exercise, where they must explain why the Indian ocean lacks an dense accumulation of marine plastic pollution. The lesson includes numerous worksheet activities and supporting video links. Bundle and save! This lesson is part of a larger bundle:- India & The Plastic Problem Check out some of my other products relating to India & The Plastic Problem:- Why is plastic hazardous? Where is India and what is it like? How does India’s physical Geography influence the location of its major cities? Why does India have a monsoon climate? How do ocean gyres move plastic pollution? How developed is India? Why does India have so many squatter settlements? What are the impacts of marine plastic waste? How can plastic waste be reduced?
Explaining global inequality, Investigating the development gap, Global inequality, Unequal world
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Explaining global inequality, Investigating the development gap, Global inequality, Unequal world

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In this 2 hour KS3 lesson pupils investigate why the global development gap exists. Carefully selected video clips are used to highlight the origins of inequality. Students analyse sources to discover social, political, geographical, historical and economic factors that have influenced development. A differentiated worksheet is included, in which pupils are required to explain the various causes of this pressing issue. **Bundle and save! This lesson is part of a larger bundle:- ** Development topic bundle Check out some of my other products relating to weather and climate:- What is development? How can we measure development? What is Africa like? What are Africa’s climate zones? How do squatter settlements affect peoples quality of life? How does quality of life differ between HIC & LIC countries? How can fair trade help to reduce the development gap?
Chinese Sweat Shops, Impacts of Globalisation, Inside Apple's iPhone factories
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Chinese Sweat Shops, Impacts of Globalisation, Inside Apple's iPhone factories

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If you like my work, please follow me for more resources and leave a review! This 2 hour KS3 lesson investigates working conditions at Foxconn’s Apple iPhone factory. Pupils learn about the hardships faced within the Chinese manufacturing sector. Students use source images to discuss both the working and living conditions at the Foxconn site, and reflect on why worker suicide is at a record high. The lesson includes a cards sort task, allowing pupils to evaluate the actions of Apple in Shenzhen, as well as supporting video links. Pupils are required to write a diary entry from the perspective of a Foxconn working. Check out some of my other products relating to Globalisation:- What are products and services? What are producers and consumers? How has employment structure changed in the UK? What is globalisation? What factors have caused globalisation? Why is Apple such a successful global brand? How do conflict minerals affect people living in Africa?
The water cycle, The hydrological cycle, How does water move around the planet?
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The water cycle, The hydrological cycle, How does water move around the planet?

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This** 2 hour KS3 lesson** teaches pupils about the key processes of the water cycle. The activities are designed to help pupils understand the sequencing of physical processes. A wide range of class exercises are provided and included: a card sort, diagram annotation, comic creation, a class game and extended independent creative writing task. **Bundle and save! This lesson is part of a larger bundle:- ** Weather topic bundle Check out some of my other products relating to weather and climate:- What is the difference between weather and climate? How can symbols be used to show weather patterns? How can we describe weather patterns using weather symbols? Is all rainfall produced in the same way? Why does the UK experience the weather it does? Why do floods occur and what are the effects?
Weather VS Climate, What is the difference between weather and climate?
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Weather VS Climate, What is the difference between weather and climate?

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This 1 hour KS3 resource lesson investigates the main differences between weather and climate. Pupils learn how aspects of the weather change over a short term basis and practice locating global climate zones. Understanding is tested through a tour operator task at the end of the lesson. **Bundle and save! This lesson is part of a larger bundle:- ** Weather topic bundle Check out some of my other products relating to weather and climate:- What is the water cycle? How can symbols be used to show weather patterns? How can we describe weather patterns using weather symbols? Is all rainfall produced in the same way? Why does the UK experience the weather it does? Why do floods occur and what are the effects?
Environmental impacts of urban growth,  Overpopulation
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Environmental impacts of urban growth, Overpopulation

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This 2 hour KS3 lesson teaches pupils about the detrimental impacts of rapid urbanisation. Pupils start the lesson describing the location of Chongqing, Chinas most polluted city. A video and question worksheet is used to set the scene. Pupils then learn how to elaborate statements through a mix and match exercise. A card sort tasks is used to evaluate the causes and effects and of overpopulation, as well as potential solutions. Check out some of my other products relating to China:- Where is China? What physical and human Geography exists across China? How is the population distributed across China? What is rural to urban migration and why does it occur? How developed is China? Was China’s one child policy an example of successful population control?
Employment structure, Industrial change, A changing UK economy
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Employment structure, Industrial change, A changing UK economy

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If you like my work, please follow me for more resources and leave a review! This 1-2 hour KS3 lesson teaches pupils about the different employment sectors. Pupils explore how the UK’s employment structure has changed over time. Geographical skills are developed through line graph analysis, with students being required to annotate their graphs (using cards) to explain the changes. Check out some of my other products relating to Globalisation:- What are products and services? What are producers and consumers? What is globalisation? What factors have caused globalisation? Why is Apple such a successful global brand? How do conflict minerals affect people living in Africa? Does slavery still exist? (Investigating Apple’s iPhone factories)
Reducing the risk from tectonic hazards, Earthquake mitigation, Hazard response
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Reducing the risk from tectonic hazards, Earthquake mitigation, Hazard response

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If you like my work, please follow me for more resources and leave a review! This 2 hour KS3 lesson looks at how the damage from natural hazards can be reduced. A card-sort task is used to provide examples of prediction, protection and planning. A research task is used to look into how retrofitting and modern building techniques can reduce the chance of structural damage. An 8 mark exam question is included, with guidance and a basic writing frame for weaker pupils. Bundle and save! This lesson is part of a larger bundle:- Tectonic Hazards Topic Bundle Check out some of my other products relating to Tectonic Hazards:- What factors effect the risk from natural hazards? What are the layers of the Earth? What are tectonic plates? Why are earthquakes and volcanoes found at plate boundaries? What are earthquakes? Are tsunamis the deadliest natural hazard? Why live in tectonically active regions? How can hazard risk be mitigated?
Map symbols, Using a key, Geographical skills
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Map symbols, Using a key, Geographical skills

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If you like my work, please follow me for more resources and leave a review! This 1-2 hour KS3 lesson teaches pupils to use map symbols. Students are initially required to try to identify potential map symbols on an OS image. Understanding is developed through a mix and match task, followed by a fun kinaesthetic ‘pairs’ style activity. Students finally design their own treasure map, being required to write a descriptive paragraph to guide their partner to the buried treasure! Bundle and save! This lesson is part of a larger bundle:- Geographical skills topic bundle Check out some of my other products relating to Geographical skills:- Where are the major oceans, countries, continents, rivers and mountains? How can we use a compass? What are lines of latitude and longitude? How can we use 4 & 6 figure grid references? How is height represented on a map? How can we measure distance using maps?
Measuring distance, Using a scale bar, Map skills, Geographical skills
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Measuring distance, Using a scale bar, Map skills, Geographical skills

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If you like my work, please follow me for more resources and leave a review! This 1 hour KS3 lesson teaches pupils how to measure distance on maps using a scale bar. A spot the difference style exercise is used to introduce the concept of scale. A step by step guide shows students how to measure both straight and curved lines. A video worked example supports pupil understanding. Pupils are then to attempt a worksheet activity. Questions are scaffolded to challenge pupils of all abilities. Answer slide provided. Bundle and save! This lesson is part of a larger bundle:- Geographical skills topic bundle Check out some of my other products relating to Geographical skills:- Where are the major oceans, countries, continents, rivers and mountains? How can we use a compass? What are lines of latitude and longitude? How can we use 4 & 6 figure grid references? Why are map symbols useful? How is height represented on a map?
Measuring height, Topography skills, Contour lines, Analysing landscapes
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Measuring height, Topography skills, Contour lines, Analysing landscapes

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If you like my work, please follow me for more resources and leave a review! This two hour KS3 lesson develops Geographical skills, teaching pupils to identify height and topographic changes on maps. The lesson overviews colour shading, spot heights and contour lines. Pupils describe changes to elevation across India using a choropleth map. Students then learn how contour lines can be used to describe topography and undertake an activity in which they draw their own topographic map. A mix and match task requires pupils to match hill shapes to their respective topographic (contour) map. Bundle and save! This lesson is part of a larger bundle:- Geographical skills topic bundle Check out some of my other products relating to Geographical skills:- Where are the major oceans, countries, continents, rivers and mountains? How can we use a compass? What are lines of latitude and longitude? How can we use 4 & 6 figure grid references? Why are map symbols useful? How can we measure distance using maps?
A history of life on Earth, Earth's story, Evolution, Life on Earth
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A history of life on Earth, Earth's story, Evolution, Life on Earth

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If you like my work, please follow me for more resources and leave a review! This 2 hour KS3 lesson investigates the sequence of evolution on planet Earth. The lesson teaches to appreciate the scale of geological timelines. Literacy strategies are included to support weaker students. Pupils arrange the emergence of key species through a timeline task. Students use comic cards to sequence the key events throughout the last 4.5 billion years. A supporting video link is also included and accompanying question sheet. Bundle and save! This lesson is part of a larger bundle:- Earth’s Story topic bundle Check out some of my other products relating to Earth’s history:- What was the Big Bang? How did life on Earth evolve? What killed the dinosaurs?
Where are the major oceans, countries, continents, rivers and mountains?
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Where are the major oceans, countries, continents, rivers and mountains?

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If you like my work, please follow me for more resources and leave a review! This two hour KS3 lesson teaches pupils about the worlds major physical Geography. Pupils engage in a fun ‘odd one out’ activity to test initial understanding. A jigsaw of the worlds continents teaches pupils about the differences between a country and a continent. Students then face off in a game of ‘splat’ to test their location knowledge of oceans an continents. A mix and match task is use to develop pupils awareness of the worlds important physical features. An additional homework task is included, to develop learning outside the classroom, as well as a cross word puzzle. Bundle and save! This lesson is part of a larger bundle:- Geographical skills topic bundle Check out some of my other products relating to Geographical skills:- How can we use a compass? What are lines of latitude and longitude? How can we use 4 & 6 figure grid references? Why are map symbols useful? How is height represented on a map? How can we measure distance using maps?
Using a compass for direction, Developing basic Geographical mapping skills
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Using a compass for direction, Developing basic Geographical mapping skills

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If you like my work, please follow me for more resources and leave a review! This 1 hour KS2 lesson teaches pupils how to use both the four and six point compass. Students test their newly learnt skills though a engaging mapping task. Bundle and save! This lesson is part of a larger bundle:- Geographical skills topic bundle Check out some of my other products relating to Geographical skills:- Where are the major oceans, countries, continents, rivers and mountains? What are lines of latitude and longitude? How can we use 4 & 6 figure grid references? Why are map symbols useful? How is height represented on a map? How can we measure distance using maps?
An introduction to India, Locating India, Investigating India
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An introduction to India, Locating India, Investigating India

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If you like my work, please follow me for more resources and leave a review! This 1 hour KS3 lesson introduces India as the case study for our ‘Plastic Problem’ unit. Pupils use a fun kinaesthetic activity to assess what their peers know about India. Students then use a question compass to reflect on source images. Pupils develop their Geographical skills, learning how to locate India at a range of scales. Peer assessment is utilised to feedback improvements to the class, developing an awareness of assessment criteria. Bundle and save! This lesson is part of a larger bundle:- India & The Plastic Problem Check out some of my other products relating to India & The Plastic Problem:- Why is plastic hazardous? Where is India and what is it like? How does India’s physical Geography influence the location of its major cities? Why does India have a monsoon climate? How do ocean gyres move plastic pollution? How developed is India? Why does India have so many squatter settlements? What are the impacts of marine plastic waste? How can plastic waste be reduced?
Living near volcanoes, Living with tectonic hazards, Evaluating hazard risk
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Living near volcanoes, Living with tectonic hazards, Evaluating hazard risk

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If you like my work, please follow me for more resources and leave a review! This 1-2 hour KS3 lesson uses pupil led learning to investigate the hazards volcanoes pose. The lesson then considers how tourism, farming, geothermal energy and resources can encourage people to live near these hazards despite of the danger they present. An independent decision making task is used to test pupils understanding. Bundle and save! This lesson is part of a larger bundle:- Tectonic Hazards Topic Bundle Check out some of my other products relating to Tectonic Hazards:- What factors effect the risk from natural hazards? What are the layers of the Earth? What are tectonic plates? Why are earthquakes and volcanoes found at plate boundaries? What are earthquakes? Are tsunamis the deadliest natural hazard? Why live in tectonically active regions? How can hazard risk be mitigated?