Pupils will learn about how sedimentary, metamorphic and igneous rocks are formed as part of the rock cycle. Pupils then explore the different characteristics of each rock type and locate these within the UK. Finally, pupils can apply their knowledge with a range of activities. Suitable for KS3.

Pupils will learn about the similarities and differences in development between China and India. They will then explore the economic links between the two countries using a video that looks at trade, start ups, technology and pharmaceuticals to show how each are interdependent. Pupils will then look at the conflict between the two countries. Finally, pupils will come to a decision about whether there is a future for China and India to work alongside eachother to become the most powerful countries.

Pupils will explore the reasons behind China’s economic growth to allow them to build up a profile of how China has developed economically. Pupils will then be asked to explain how the reasons contribute to the growth and then evaluate the significance of each of these. Pupils will then begin to look at the challenges of such fast economic growth with a particular focus on consumption of resources. There is graph work included for this. Pupils will then look at the belt and road initiative and decide on the success this may bring to China.

Pupils will explore what led to the SARs epidemic and will be challenged to create a choropleth map to show the spread of the disease. Pupils will then create a timeline of events to show how it spread around the world whilst also explaining the impacts this would have had. Pupils will then evaluate the responses and come to a conclusion on whether the Covid-19 pandemic could have been avoided based on what the government had learnt from the SARs epidemic.

Pupils will learn why the Three Gorges Dam needed to be built through the interpretation of graphs to show population and resource consumption and will be encouraged to make links between the graphs. Pupils will then watch a video and be given information sheets on advantages and disadvantages of the dam being built and will be asked to create a concept map using this information. Pupils will then explore 5 stakeholders and make a decision on whether they would be for or against the dam being built. Pupils will then come to a conclusion about whether the dam should be built and how this may impact development.