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This lesson focused on the Andes Mountains of South America, exploring both their physical characteristics and the way people live in such a mountainous environment. Students learned how the Andes were formed through tectonic plate movement and studied key geographical features, such as Machu Picchu, terrace farming, and the use of llamas and alpacas for transport. We examined the impact of tourism on local economies and discussed the challenges and adaptations required for farming and living in high-altitude regions.

The lesson used a combination of map work, comprehension questions, and discussion to help students understand the relationship between geography and human settlement. The lesson concluded with a creative homework task where students imagined visiting the Andes and created a postcard about their experience. This approach provided students with both factual knowledge and critical thinking opportunities, encouraging them to apply geographical concepts to real-world scenarios.