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Providing Geography and History resources across KS3, 4 and 5. Many resources for the new (2016) GCSE and A Level Geography courses are available.

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Providing Geography and History resources across KS3, 4 and 5. Many resources for the new (2016) GCSE and A Level Geography courses are available.
AQA GCSE Geography- Aid in Nigeria
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AQA GCSE Geography- Aid in Nigeria

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Lesson on Aid in Nigeria, covering why it is needed, detail on projects with an example and why aid isn't always successful in Nigeria. Features a quiz (with answers) on key points of the Nigeria NEE case study that should have been covered prior to the lesson. The quiz can make a good starter or could be added too with questions on aid to make a plenary. Lesson requires the new Oxford AQA textbook.
AQA GCSE Geography- The Impacts of Climate Change
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AQA GCSE Geography- The Impacts of Climate Change

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Lesson on the impacts of climate change for the new (2016) AQA GCSE Geography. Features information on; - sea level rise - threatened species - changing rainfall patterns - changing to farming - the threat of climate driven conflict A sheet to complete accompanies this information. Features a plenary thinking activity on why climate change is unfair on Africa.
Amazon Rainforest Introduction
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Amazon Rainforest Introduction

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Lesson introducing the Amazon rainforest. Features key questions and learning outcomes. Introduces and explore the ecosystem through a range of activities. For KS2/KS3 Geography.
Climate Change and Disease
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Climate Change and Disease

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Mystery-style lesson on the links between climate change and the increased risk of malaria in the UK. Pupils have to work in groups to sort through a variety of evidence (provided on clues and worldmapper sheets) to come up with theories about what killed 'Big Kev'. Some higher level thinker skills are definitely required for what has been a very enjoyable KS3 lesson the past few years.
Changing retail habits in the UK
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Changing retail habits in the UK

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Lesson focusing on changing retail habits in the UK including clone towns, online retail, ethical shopping and businesses leaving the Central Business District (The 'Doughnut Effect'). Features key questions, start, plenary and a range of resources and activities. Designed for GCSE Geographers.
The Geography of Spain
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The Geography of Spain

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Full lesson introducing the human and physical Geography of Spain. Includes a worksheet activity. Features a wide range of maps, images and links to relevant videos. Plenary asks pupils to apply what they have learnt to trick their neighbours with invented fake facts about Spain.
Geography of Disease Introduction
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Geography of Disease Introduction

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Full lesson introduction on the Geography of disease. Suitable for KS3 Geography and elements of the lesson could be adapted for elements of the new (2106) A-Level specifications.
Natural causes of climate change.
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Natural causes of climate change.

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Full lesson for GCSE/A-Level Geography that examines natural causes of climate change including volcanic eruptions, Milankovitch cycles and sunspot activity. Includes an article on the eruption of Mt Tambora that caused the 'year without a summer'. Especially suitable for the new AQA GCSE Geography Unit 3.1.1.4.
Evidence for Climate Change
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Evidence for Climate Change

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Full lesson on evidence for Climate Change. Designed for the new (2016) GCSE Geography. Includes exam-style questions as an effective plenary.
Causes of river flooding
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Causes of river flooding

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Lesson explaining the causes of flooding, using a range of images as visual cues. Features starter, several main activities with worksheet to accompany and a plenary. The lesson is framed by key questions and learning outcomes. Suitable for KS3/4 Geographers.
The Climate of Spain
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The Climate of Spain

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Full lesson for KS3 Geography that examines the 5 major climatic zones of Spain and then asks pupils to apply their build understanding of these zones to work out where different tourists should go on holiday. Accompanying sheets provided.
AQA GCSE Geography- Physical Landscapes of the UK
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AQA GCSE Geography- Physical Landscapes of the UK

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Lesson for the new 9-1 AQA GCSE Geography on the Physical Landscapes of the UK. Features key questions and learning outcomes, a group work starter, a main mapping activity with sheet and exam-style questions with mark scheme for plenary. This lesson requires use of an atlas. Instructions for teaching are in the notes of the powerpoint.
Basque Independence
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Basque Independence

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KS3 Geography lesson focusing on the battle for Basque independence. Examines Basque culture and the actions of ETA through a variety of activities.
Rebranding Bilbao
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Rebranding Bilbao

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Full lesson on how Bilbao was rebranded from a decaying ex-industrial city to a flourishing cultural hub. Uses the hook of the giant puppy made of flowers designed by Jeff Koons that is now on permanent display outside the Guggenheim. Worksheet and SEN resource provided.
South China Sea Dispute
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South China Sea Dispute

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Full lesson on the disputed territorial claims in the South China Sea, examining recent Chinese aggression in the area. The lesson is framed with key questions and learning outcomes. Features starter, a range of resources and activities and a plenary. Links to relevant videos included.
Solar Power in Spain
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Solar Power in Spain

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Lesson focusing on solar power generation in Spain, looking at the use of solar power towers rather than solar panels as a new form of technology. Suitable for KS3/4 Geography.
Geography of Disease - AIDS
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Geography of Disease - AIDS

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Full lesson looking at reasons for different prevalence rates of aids in different areas across the globe. Suitable for KS3 Geography and potentially even as an introduction to some elements of the Disease units for the new A-Level Geography.
Why does it rain?
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Why does it rain?

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KS3 Geography lesson explaining the causes of rain and reasons for its distribution across the UK. Features key questions, learning outcomes, starter, plenary and several 'main' activities to develop understanding of rainfall. One of these uses a worksheet which is provided. The starter and plenary work best with post-it notes or mini whiteboards.
British expatriates in Spain
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British expatriates in Spain

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Full lesson looking at why many British people have moved to live in the Spain, the advantages of living there and the issues that arise from this process. Highly pertinent given the UK's exit of the EU. Worksheet and associated article provided.
Water resources and poverty
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Water resources and poverty

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A Level Geography lesson examining the relationship between water supplies and poverty. Uses the examples of Canada, Ethiopia and Indonesia. Background information on the water poverty index provided. A variety of discussion points and activities are provided to accompany the slideshow and information sheets.