What is Scale and how can we use it?

Students will learn to recognize and use different scales on maps and diagrams. They will help Emperor Hadrian to build a succession of forts on Hadrian’s Wall, and be tested on, using different scales.

Content
This lesson is designed to work with MYP, KS3, NCSS standards and is ready to go straight out the box. This lesson includes the following files; 1) Powerpoint presentation, 2) Resource sheets, 3) worksheets, 4) comprehension test, 5) a lesson plan (MYP aligned).

How to Use
Students will understand what ration and scale are and how they can be applied to a map. they will work on a task to create forts on Hadrian’s Wall using scale as a guide. Then they will be challenged on their understanding of ratios. This lesson can run either as an individual task or a group activity. A model lesson structure is outlined in the lesson plan. This also provides actively provides opportunities for SEN and LEx differentiation.

Who Should Buy This
This lesson can be used by anyone, but it is designed to be taught out of the box. It is best suited to a new teacher or a teacher who wants everything done with no input from themselves. I strongly advise looking at the units bundles if you want to build on each lessons topics sequentially. If you are a more experienced teacher then check out the resource packs for use in history lessons.

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