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Engaging, structured and differentiated resources and displays for teaching KS3, KS4 and KS5 geography (AQA specification).

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Engaging, structured and differentiated resources and displays for teaching KS3, KS4 and KS5 geography (AQA specification).
Sustainable Development Goals Lesson
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Sustainable Development Goals Lesson

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Complete lesson with differentiated activities on introducing the sustainable development goals. Start with definition of sustainable development, then differentiated comprehension task on understanding why they were created and the difference between them and the millennium development goals. Main task focuses on students learning about all 17 SDGs. Creative homework task for students to promote the goals.
Plastics in the Ocean - Geography in the News - Interview Lesson
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Plastics in the Ocean - Geography in the News - Interview Lesson

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This complete lesson pack contains a detailed lesson plan, PowerPoint, A3 student worksheet, reading material, link to video clip from Blue Planet and photographs for analysis. The lesson title is ‘Blue Planet or Plastic Planet?’ The lesson was designed for a successful interview for the post of Teacher of Geography with them theme of ‘Geography in the news’. It uses the recent news of plastics in the oceans and the introduction of the ban of plastic straws in the UK as a theme. The lesson could be suitable for a similar interview, geography club or fun end of term lesson. It is designed as a standalone lesson and no additional resources are required. Students can complete all work on the colourful A3 sheets, therefore it is easy to demonstrate progress throughout the lesson. The lesson is also differentiated for lower and higher ability students. The lesson was designed for a year 9 geography class of mixed ability who have already begun their GCSEs. Therefore, it is suitable for both KS3 and KS4 students.
UK River Landscapes - Revision Activities AQA GCSE Geography
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UK River Landscapes - Revision Activities AQA GCSE Geography

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A range of revision activities designed to work alongside the CGP revision guide. Includes a revision clock to be completed at the beginning and then returned to at the end of the revision session (it is probably best printed in A3). The rest of the ppt can be printed as a booklet or separate sheets to aid Year 11 GCSE Geography revision. Includes simple tasks, bright colours and diagrams for ease of understanding. Includes River Tees as example of UK landforms and Boscastle flood management example - can be amended if necessary.
AQA GCSE Geography Exam Questions and Analysis - Tropical Rainforests
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AQA GCSE Geography Exam Questions and Analysis - Tropical Rainforests

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An in-depth analysis of the exam questions asked for this topic for the AQA GCSE Geography specification between 2018 and 2023. This summary is for the following specification: 3.1 – Living with the physical environment 3.1.2 – The living world 3.1.2.2 – Tropical Rainforests This summary includes: Exam Question Summary An accessible summary of all the exam questions asked for this topic in a simple-to-read table format from 2018 to 2023. Exam Question Analysis In-depth analysis of the questions asked, including common command words, marks available and assessment objectives Specification Assessed A table showing which areas of the specification have been assessed in exams over the years.
KS3 Air Pressure & Weather - Whole Lesson
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KS3 Air Pressure & Weather - Whole Lesson

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Whole lesson on ‘How does air pressure affect weather?’ for KS3 students. **Objectives: ** To understand how air pressure systems bring different types of weather. Outcomes: I can describe (AO1) the weather that a depression brings I can describe (AO1) the weather that an anti-cyclone brings I can compare (AO3) differences between these two pressure systems Includes: Starter, Success criteria, Main activity with information sheets and differentiated student worksheets (including one for lower ability and a second for dyslexic students), Challenge activities for higher ability students (called ‘Further Thinking’), Solo time (for students to apply new knowledge), Review and reflect plenary Download also includes full scheme of work for KS3 Weather and Climate topic.
UK Landscapes Mapping Lesson AQA GCSE Geography
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UK Landscapes Mapping Lesson AQA GCSE Geography

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An introductory lesson for GCSE AQA Geography students beginning the UK Physical Landscapes topic. Includes: PPT, worksheets, differentiation, stretch and challenge, links to specification, exam practice Specification point: The UK has a range of diverse landscapes - An overview of the location of major upland/lowland areas and river systems. This PowerPoint follows a complete lesson introducing students to the UK's major upland and lowland areas. Students must use an atlas to complete a checklist and plot the major rivers and upland areas on a map of the UK. There is a 'Further Thinking' activity to stretch higher ability students. The lesson finishes with two practice exam questions and has scaffolding support for lower ability students. NB: Lesson requires atlas’ for students.
AQA GCSE Geography Exam Questions and Analysis - Ecosystems
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AQA GCSE Geography Exam Questions and Analysis - Ecosystems

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An in-depth analysis of the exam questions asked for this topic for the AQA GCSE Geography specification between 2018 and 2023. This summary is for the following specification: 3.1 – Living with the physical environment 3.1.2 – The living world 3.1.2.1 – Ecosystems This summary includes: Exam Question Summary An accessible summary of all the exam questions asked for this topic in a simple-to-read table format from 2018 to 2023. Exam Question Analysis In-depth analysis of the questions asked, including common command words, marks available and assessment objectives Specification Assessed A table showing which areas of the specification have been assessed in exams over the years.
Ecosystems Revision Workbook – AQA – GCSE Geography - BBC Bitesize
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Ecosystems Revision Workbook – AQA – GCSE Geography - BBC Bitesize

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A workbook to accompany the BBC Bitesize revision website. The workbook consists of simple comprehension style questions and tables to complete to summarise the core knowledge and define keywords. The answers to all of the questions can be found on the BBC Bitesize website and a QR code is provided for the relevant webpages. This 10 page workbook is suitable for GCSE students studying the AQA specification for Geography. It is accessible, free of clutter and easy to complete to allow students to focus on the knowledge content rather than the task. It is particularly suitable for: Independent revision Lower ability students (accessing grades 1 to 4) Students who have missed significant content EAL students
Tropical Rainforests Revision Workbook – AQA – GCSE Geography - BBC Bitesize
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Tropical Rainforests Revision Workbook – AQA – GCSE Geography - BBC Bitesize

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A workbook to accompany the BBC Bitesize revision website. The workbook consists of simple comprehension style questions and tables to complete to summarise the core knowledge and define keywords. The answers to all of the questions can be found on the BBC Bitesize website and a QR code is provided for the relevant webpages. This 7 page workbook is suitable for GCSE students studying the AQA specification for Geography. It is accessible, free of clutter and easy to complete to allow students to focus on the knowledge content rather than the task. It is particularly suitable for: Independent revision Lower ability students (accessing grades 1 to 4) Students who have missed significant content EAL students
AQA GCSE Geography Exam Questions and Analysis - Hot Deserts
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AQA GCSE Geography Exam Questions and Analysis - Hot Deserts

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An in-depth analysis of the exam questions asked for this topic for the AQA GCSE Geography specification between 2018 and 2023. This summary is for the following specification: 3.1 – Living with the physical environment 3.1.2 – The living world 3.1.2.3. Hot Deserts This summary includes: Exam Question Summary An accessible summary of all the exam questions asked for this topic in a simple-to-read table format from 2018 to 2023. Exam Question Analysis In-depth analysis of the questions asked, including common command words, marks available and assessment objectives Specification Assessed A table showing which areas of the specification have been assessed in exams over the years.
Hot Deserts Revision Workbook – AQA – GCSE Geography - BBC Bitesize
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Hot Deserts Revision Workbook – AQA – GCSE Geography - BBC Bitesize

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A workbook to accompany the BBC Bitesize revision website. The workbook consists of simple comprehension style questions and tables to complete to summarise the core knowledge and define keywords. The answers to all of the questions can be found on the BBC Bitesize website and a QR code is provided for the relevant webpages. This 7 page workbook is suitable for GCSE students studying the AQA specification for Geography. It is accessible, free of clutter and easy to complete to allow students to focus on the knowledge content rather than the task. It is particularly suitable for: Independent revision Lower ability students (accessing grades 1 to 4) Students who have missed significant content EAL students
Solutions to Plastics in the Ocean - Reading Resource - Geography in the News
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Solutions to Plastics in the Ocean - Reading Resource - Geography in the News

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This resource contains a summary of three recent articles about different solutions to the prominent issue of too much plastic in our oceans, as highlighted by Blue Planet. The three articles summarise three different approaches to the issue and can easily be compared and assessed against each other. They can be used as stimulus material for a longer writing piece by KS3 and KS4 geography students or in PSHE or citizenship classes. They would be particularly suitable to give to students after they have watched a YouTube clip on the state of plastics in our oceans - there are many clips from Blue Planet suitable for this.
Rivers Revision Pack - AQA GCSE Geography
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Rivers Revision Pack - AQA GCSE Geography

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High quality revision pack for the AQA GCSE Geography topic: ‘River Landascapes in the UK’ Includes: Colourful and comprehensive knowledge organiser Revision checklist linked to the specification Activity booklet linked to the CGP 9-1 AQA revision guide
KS3 Why does climate vary? Whole Lesson
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KS3 Why does climate vary? Whole Lesson

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Whole lesson on ‘Why does climate vary?’ for KS3 students. **Objectives: **To understand how and why climate changes around the world. Outcomes: • I can explain (AO2) the main factors that cause the different climate zones • I can locate (AO4) countries using an atlas with different climate zones • I can apply (AO3) this information to different examples Includes: Starter, Success criteria, Main activity with information sheets and differentiated student worksheets (including one for lower ability and a second for dyslexic students), Challenge activities for higher ability students (called ‘Further Thinking’), Solo time (for students to apply new knowledge), Peer assessment criteria, DIRT (directed improvement and response time) Review and reflect plenary Download also includes full scheme of work for KS3 Weather and Climate topic.
Revision Subject Knowledge Checkilst - Hot Deserts - GCSE Geography AQA
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Revision Subject Knowledge Checkilst - Hot Deserts - GCSE Geography AQA

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This resource is designed for the AQA GCSE Geography specification. Paper 1 - Section A - The Living World - Hot Deserts The resource includes: A student-friendly revision checklist of the required knowledge of the AQA GCSE Geography specification. It includes red, amber and green tick boxes so students can identify areas of strength and areas to focus on in their revision. A brilliant revision tool for GCSE Geography!
Revision Subject Knowledge Checkilst - Cold Environments - GCSE Geography AQA
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Revision Subject Knowledge Checkilst - Cold Environments - GCSE Geography AQA

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This resource is designed for the AQA GCSE Geography specification. Paper 1 - Section A - The Living World - Cold Environments The resource includes: A student-friendly revision checklist of the required knowledge of the AQA GCSE Geography specification. It includes red, amber and green tick boxes so students can identify areas of strength and areas to focus on in their revision. A brilliant revision tool for GCSE Geography!
Revision Subject Knowledge Checkilst - Tropical Rainforests - GCSE Geography AQA
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Revision Subject Knowledge Checkilst - Tropical Rainforests - GCSE Geography AQA

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This resource is designed for the AQA GCSE Geography specification. Paper 1 - Section A - The Living World - Tropical Rainforests The resource includes: A student-friendly revision checklist of the required knowledge of the AQA GCSE Geography specification. It includes red, amber and green tick boxes so students can identify areas of strength and areas to focus on in their revision. A brilliant revision tool for GCSE Geography!