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Fully resourced for interactive learning and geographical exploration | Ideal for 60-minute lessons

Are you looking for an engaging way to teach your KS2 students about the physical features of the UK? This outstanding geography lesson is designed to develop their geographical skills, deepen their understanding of the UK’s diverse landscapes, and inspire curiosity through interactive tools and hands-on activities.

What’s included:
✔ A detailed lesson plan with clear learning objectives and structured activities
✔ A captivating PowerPoint presentation to support the lesson and visualise key geographical concepts
✔ A range of activity sheets to reinforce learning and encourage independent thinking
✔ Guided instructions for using Google Maps to compare UK regions and their physical features
✔ A presentation template for students to create a comparison between East Anglia and Cumbria
✔ Extension activities for comparing other regions of the UK using structured templates

Skills and knowledge covered:

  • Identifying Physical Features: Learn about mountains, rivers, lakes, coasts, and islands in the UK
  • Google Maps Exploration: Use Google Maps to compare the physical features of different UK regions
  • Comparative Analysis: Discuss how physical features impact tourism, agriculture, industry, and transport
  • Presentation Creation: Present a comparison of two UK regions, using a structured guidelines sheet
  • Extension Activity: Compare other regions of the UK and their physical features with a template to organise their findings

Why this lesson stands out:
✔ Encourages geographical exploration and critical thinking
✔ Supports cross-curricular learning with ICT, English, and PSHE
✔ Provides hands-on activities and real-world application through Google Maps
✔ Adaptable for different ability levels and lesson durations
✔ Ready-to-use with minimal prep – ideal for busy teachers or formal observations

Perfect for:

  • KS2 geography lessons
  • Developing map reading and comparison skills
  • Cross-curricular projects involving geography, ICT, and English
  • Supporting National Curriculum objectives for geography
  • Observation or interview lessons

Search terms:
KS2 geography lesson | physical features of the UK | comparing UK regions | geography lesson plans | Google Maps UK geography | physical geography KS2 | comparative analysis | UK physical features lesson | KS2 geography presentation

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x3 KS2 Mapping Skills - Outstanding Geography Lessons

Are you looking for a way to spice up your geography lessons and inspire your KS2 students? Do you want to cover the key concepts of compass directions, human and physical features, and physical features of the UK in a fun and interactive way? If so, this bundle of outstanding geography lessons is perfect for you! This bundle includes 3 comprehensive and engaging lessons, each with a detailed lesson plan, a captivating PowerPoint presentation, and a range of activity sheets. The lessons are designed to help your students develop their geographical skills and knowledge, as well as their creativity and critical thinking. The lessons are: ☆ **KS2 Compass Directions**: In this lesson, students will learn about the cardinal and intercardinal points of the compass and how to use them to write directions for a journey on a map. They will also practice their map reading and direction writing skills with a practical application task. An extension activity is included to challenge early finishers. ☆ **KS2 Human and Physical Features**: In this lesson, students will learn to identify and differentiate between human and physical geographical features on a map. They will also create their own map with identified features using their imagination and creativity. An extension activity is included to challenge students with a map of London using compass points. ☆ **KS2 Physical Features of the UK**: In this lesson, students will learn about the main physical features of the UK, such as mountains, rivers, lakes, and coasts. They will also explore how these features affect the climate, wildlife, and human activities in different regions. An extension activity is included to challenge students with a quiz on the physical features of the UK. By purchasing this bundle, you will save 22% compared to buying each lesson individually. **Special Offer** You will also receive a complimentary resource of your choice if you leave a review and email us your purchase receipt and a screenshot of your review to explore_education@outlook.com. **You may also be interested in…** ☆ [KS2 Europe - Outstanding Geography Unit](/teaching-resource/resource-12867102) ☆ [KS2 LONGITUDE and LATITUDE Outstanding Lesson - Geography](/teaching-resource/resource-12562099) ☆ [KS2 France Geography Unit - 5 outstanding lessons](/teaching-resource/resource-12093106) This bundle is ideal for teachers who want to deliver outstanding geography lessons that are both informative and enjoyable. Your students will love learning about the world around them with these resources! Tags: KS2, Key Stage 2, Geography, Compass Directions, Human Features, Physical Features, Lesson Plan, PowerPoint, Activity Sheets, Map Reading, Map Identification, Map Creation, London Map, UK Features, Education.

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