A fully resourced geography lesson for Lower Key Stage 2 focusing on observing, measuring and describing local weather. Designed to support understanding of weather vocabulary, instruments, and differences across locations in the UK. Ideal for developing enquiry skills through practical data collection.
What’s Included:
✔ Detailed lesson plan
✔ Teaching PowerPoint
✔ Weather recording sheet
✔ Rain gauge instructions
✔ List of required materials
Lesson Overview / Structure:
★ Introduces key terms and weather symbols
★ Practical group task to observe and record weather data
★ Differentiated activities to support discussion and analysis
★ Opportunities to develop vocabulary and reasoning
★ Includes group reflection and simple assessment task
Why It’s Useful:
✔ Clear, structured approach to teaching weather concepts
✔ Supports outdoor learning and real-life data collection
✔ Differentiated to suit a range of learners
✔ Cross-curricular links to science and maths
✔ Minimal prep required for class teachers
Suitable for KS2 geography lessons | Weather and climate topics | Local area fieldwork | Outdoor learning sessions | Whole-class or group enquiry
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£3.99