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KS3 Geography: Russia
Enquiry Question: Is Russia a prisoner of its Geography?

Delve into the complex geography of one of the world’s largest and most fascinating countries with this fully resourced KS3 Russia unit. Designed to meet the National Curriculum, this scheme of work helps students explore Russia’s physical environment, human geography, and its global significance.

What’s Included:

Full Scheme of Work (SOW) – A structured series of lessons with clear learning objectives and outcomes

Easily Adaptable PowerPoints – Ready-to-use presentations, flexible for classroom delivery

Adapted SEN Lessons – Differentiated resources to ensure inclusive learning for all students

Vocabulary Tests – Reinforce key terms and concepts related to Russia’s geography

GIS Lessons – Interactive mapping activities to explore Russia’s vast landmass and spatial data

Worksheets – A variety of tasks to support understanding and application of key concepts

Homework Booklets – Independent learning tasks to consolidate knowledge outside of class

Glossaries – Essential vocabulary and definitions to support student comprehension

Assessments – End-of-unit assessments with mark schemes and feedback tools

This unit encourages students to engage critically with the geographical challenges and opportunities Russia faces, from its vast natural resources to its climatic and political influences. A great opportunity for students to consider how geography shapes global power and economic potential.
SOW
Is Russia apart of Europe or Asia?
What is the physical landscape of Russia like? How does it impact Russia?
What is the climate of Russia like? Climate graphs.
Russia Population – Why is it decreasing? Population pyramids.
Where do people live in Russia? Population distribution.
What resources exist in Russia? Resource mapping and the Arctic.
Energy security and dependence (EU). Gas. Why is the Eu dependent on Russian gas?
Why is Russia a superpower? How do national boundaries change over time?
Who will be the largest superpower in the future? Russia or USA – Borders and Power – Group Debate.
Does the geography of Russia help or hinder the Russian economy?
Assessment Point – Essay - Russia future. Population/Resources/Climate/Superpowers (2 lessons - (Revision skills explicitly taught in preparation lesson)