Welcome to my shop! I have lesson resources here for all age groups in secondary education. All my resources are all in one ppt lessons. That means they all have starters, different learning activities, reading resources (if required) and plenaries. Most of the lessons also have model answers for learning tasks which can aid your marking or promote self-assessment. The lessons are reviewed regularly so they are continually being improved. Just download and teach!
Welcome to my shop! I have lesson resources here for all age groups in secondary education. All my resources are all in one ppt lessons. That means they all have starters, different learning activities, reading resources (if required) and plenaries. Most of the lessons also have model answers for learning tasks which can aid your marking or promote self-assessment. The lessons are reviewed regularly so they are continually being improved. Just download and teach!
This is an A-level lesson on intergovernmental organisations (IGOs). Key facts about the lesson are:
1. The content covered by the lesson are; comparison of hard and soft power, definition and description of IGOs and their functions, superpower influence on IGOs, a case study of the UN.
2. Learning resources used in the lesson are; an internet research task, a case study and past paper question task.
3. The lesson is planned in detail and all the resources for teaching the lesson are included in the ppt; starter, learning activities with resources, clear outline of learning tasks and a plenary. Just download and teach!
This bundle covers the hazards caused by tectonic plates. Included in the bundle are lessons on the nature of earthquakes and volcanoes (including their life stages), measuring earthquakes, two case studies (one on earthquakes and another on volcanoes) and a lesson on responding to earthquakes and volcanoes. There is also a bonus lesson on what are hazards which can be used as an introduction to the lessons.
This is a KS3 and GCSE lesson on the effects and management of tropical rainforests. Key facts about the lesson are:
The content covered by the lesson are; the effects of deforestation (local and global) and the main strategies used to manage rainforests.
Learning resources used in the lesson are; a quiz, a video clip, Amazon case study hand out, management strategies hand out, writing task with guidance and peer assessment.
The lesson is planned in detail and all of the resources for teaching the lesson are included in the ppt; starter, learning activities with resources, clear outline of learning tasks and a plenary. If you have a textbook on deforestation in the Amazon rainforest then this can be used instead of the case study resources included on the ppt. Now just download and teach!
This is a KS3 lesson on population structure. It can also be used with a GCSE group. Key facts about the lesson are:
The content covered by the lesson are; definition of population structure (including definitions of the terms young dependent, elderly dependent and working age group), description on how to use population pyramids, comparing population pyramids of HICs and LICs, advantages and disadvantages of an ageing population.
Learning resources used in the lesson are; Keyword matching task, graph analysis, peer discussion and writing task.
The lesson is planned in detail and all of the resources for teaching the lesson are included in the ppt; starter, learning activities with resources, clear outline of learning tasks and a plenary. Now just download and teach!
This is a KS3 / KS2 introduction lesson on settlements. It is an excellent lesson for teaching students about their local area. Key facts about the lesson are:
The content covered by the lesson are; Definition of the term settlement, discussion of different types of settlements (including the international space station and refugee camps), definition of site, factors that influence the site of a settlement (basic introduction of sustainability here) and description of the site of their local settlement.
Learning resources used in the lesson are; Unscramble the keyword task, picture study, sketch map analysis task, a short writing task and a fill in the blank task.
The lesson is planned in detail and all of the resources for teaching the lesson are included in the ppt; starter, learning activities with resources, clear outline of learning tasks and a plenary. Now just download and teach!
There are two lessons in this bundle on relief.
The 1st lesson introduces the three techniques used to show height and shape of landscapes on maps (spot heights, colour shading and contours). The 1st lesson focuses on spot heights and colour shading in detail with good practical activities that will engage students.
The 2nd leson focuses entirely on contours and how they can be used to describe the height and shape of the land. Here they are also goo pratical engaging activities.
Both lessons are planned in detail and all the learning/teaching resources are included in the ppt. Just download and teach!
This is a KS3 / KS2 lesson on showing relief on maps. It is a very good practical lesson that will get students really involved in map work. Key facts about the lesson are:
The content covered by the lesson are; Definition of the term relief, explanation of how spot heights, contours and colour shading show relief, identifying the height of places on a map using the three (3) relief methods, and creating a relief map using colour shading techniques.
Learning resources used in the lesson are; Picture study, short writing task, map work task, and colour shading sketch map task.
The lesson is planned in detail all of the resources for teaching the lesson are included in the ppt; starter, learning activities with resources, clear outline of learning tasks and a plenary. You can use textbooks to provide background information on relief but it is not necessary. Now just download and teach!
This is a KS3 lesson on population density. It is also a good lesson for a KS2 group. Key facts about the lesson are:
The content covered by the lesson are; definition of population density, explanation of the concepts densely and sparsely populated, UK population density, world population density and factors that influence population density.
Learning resources used in the lesson are; Starter quiz, sketching task, picture study, cartograms (UK and world) and short writing tasks.
The lesson is planned in detail and all of the resources for teaching the lesson are included in the ppt; starter, learning activities with resources, clear outline of learning tasks and a plenary. Now just download and teach!
This is a GCSE lesson on the importance of resources and resource inequality. It meets the AQA specification however, it can be adapted easily for other exam boards. Key facts about the lesson are:
The content covered by the lesson are; Definition and classification of resources, Importance of water, energy and food to the economy and social well being, Th use of different types of resources.
Learning resources used in the lesson are; Quiz, writing tasks, analysis tasks, several past paper questions and answers.
What do you get in the package: The lesson is planned in detail and all of the resources for teaching the lesson are included in the ppt; starter, learning activities with resources, clear outline of learning tasks and a plenary. However, students should be encouraged to use their text book to broaden their understanding. Now just download and teach!
This is an GCSE level lesson on the UK’s landscapes and the factors that influenced their formation. It is suitable for all specification but was prepared with the Edexcel B specs in mind. Key facts about the lesson are:
The content covered by the lesson are; Identification of upland and lowland areas in the UK. Characteristics of the three types of rocks. Explanation of the formation of the three types of rock. Distribution of rock types in the UK. Relationship between rock type and uplands/lowlands in the UK. The role of geology, tectonics and glaciation in shaping the UK’s landscapes.
Learning resources used in the lesson are; Quiz, images, written task, map task, analysis tasks, and an exam focus question. Answers are included for the quiz for the purpose of self assessment.
What do you get in the package: The lesson is planned in detail and most of the resources for teaching the lesson are included in the ppt; starter, learning activities with resources, clear outline of learning tasks and a plenary. However, students will need to use their text book for rock type activity. This won’t be a problem though as the information is covered in all GCSE textbooks on the new specifications. Now just download and teach!
Complete GCSE lesson to teach:
The location of tropical rainforests
The interaction between biotic and abiotic factors in a tropical rainforest
Plant and animal adaptations in tropical rainforests
The lesson is suitable for different specifications but was planned for Edexcel B. Answers are included with some of the tasks which should aid self assessment. There are also exam style questions included.
This is an GCSE lesson on biomes. It is suitable for all specification but specifically designed for the Edexcel B specs. Key facts about the lesson are:
The content covered by the lesson are; Distinction between ecosystems, biomes and the biosphere. The main global biomes and their locations. Characteristics of the different biomes. Global factors that influence the location of different biomes.
Learning resources used in the lesson are; Images, map task, written task, analysis tasks, model answer and exam focus questions.
What do you get in the package: The lesson is planned in detail and most of the resources for teaching the lesson are included in the ppt; starter, learning activities with most resources, clear outline of learning tasks and a plenary. Students will only need their standard GCSE text book to complete one of the tasks. However, this task can also be done using an ICT room. Now just download and teach!
This is a lesson designed for a KS3 group. Key facts about the lesson are:
1. Content covered in this lesson are what is development, difference between quality of life and standard of living, description of the features of HICs, NEEs and LICs.
2. Resources included: The lesson is planned in detail and all the resources for teaching the lesson are included in the ppt; starter quiz, learning activities with resources, clear outline of learning tasks and a plenary. Just download and teach!
This is a GCSE lesson on longshore drift. The lesson focuses on how longshore drift operates and how it affects sediments along the coast. Key facts about the lesson are:
1. The lesson starts with a video clip about longshore drift. It then moves on to a diagram and writing task on longshore drift. The next phase of the lesson is an analysis task where students use resources to explain the effect of longshore drift on sediments. The final task is a geo skills task using a picture and a satellite image. The lesson ends with a recap plenary.
2. The lesson is planned in detail and all the resources for teaching the lesson are included in the ppt; starter, learning activities with resources, clear outline of learning tasks and a plenary. Just download and teach!
3. The lesson meets the requirements of the new GCSE specifications. However, it can be easily adapted for a year 9 group.
4. The lesson is differentiated for both low ability and high ability students. There is good use of sketches, a satellite image, a picture, a writing frame and some geo skills and challenge (think) tasks.
This is an A-level lesson on coastal processes. The Holderness coast was used as a case study. Textbooks are recommended for this lesson. Key facts about the lesson are:
The content covered by the lesson are; Coastal processes recap, location of Holderness coastline, geology of the Holderness coast, specific processes and landforms along the Holderness coastline, Factors influencing the rate of erosion along the Holderness coastline and land use along the Holderness coast.
Learning resources used in the lesson are; Quiz, images, map task, video clip, diagram task, written task, analysis tasks and exam focus questions. Answers are included for some of the tasks for self assessment.
What do you get in the package: The lesson is planned in detail and all of the resources for teaching the lesson are included in the ppt; starter, learning activities with resources, clear outline of learning tasks and a plenary. However, students should always be encouraged to use their text book to broaden their understanding. Now just download and teach!
This is a year 7 introduction lesson to geography. It’s ideal for the first lesson of the term. Key facts about the lesson are:
1. Content covered in the lesson include definition of Geography, differentiation between physical, human and environmental Geography, daily use of Geography and examples of jobs linked to Geography.
2. All the resources for teaching the lesson are included. The ppt has everything from starter to plenary including all the resources for active learning. Download and just teach!
3. The lesson is differentiated with a range of learning activities i.e. there are video clips, picture study, discussion and written tasks.
4. The lesson will challenge students at varying ability level and will generate discussion and debate which will engage students in their learning.
This is a KS3 lesson on volcanoes. Key facts about the lesson are:
1. The content covered by the lesson are; definition of a volcano, features of a volcano and life stages of a volcano.
2. Learning resources used in the lesson are; diagrams, video clip, sketching task, quiz and challenge tasks.
3. Differentiation used in the lesson are: challenge tasks, diagrams (for those who find drawing these difficult), model answers, differentiated resources.
4. The lesson is planned in detail and all the resources for teaching the lesson are included in the ppt; starter, learning activities with resources, clear outline of learning tasks and a plenary. Just download and teach!
This is a KS3 / KS2 lesson on OS map symbols. It is an excellent lesson to peak students’ interest in maps and to pass on valuable map skills. Key facts about the lesson are:
The content covered by the lesson are; Definition of the term map symbol, identification of symbols for human and physical geographic features on a map, using symbols to collect facts about an an area on a map.
Learning resources used in the lesson are; map quiz, sketching task, map symbol story task and a short writing task.
The lesson is planned in detail and most of the resources for teaching the lesson are included in the ppt; starter, learning activities with resources, clear outline of learning tasks and a plenary. You will need copies of the OS map symbol key which can be found in textbooks or on OS maps. Now just download and teach!
Ten lessons on plate tectonics; processes, hazards and the management of these hazards. The bundle covers everything in this unit of study. All the resources you need to deliver this unit are included. The bundle include case studies on earthquakes and volcanoes as well. The lessons in the bundle are all differentiated and include challenge task. As a matter of fact these lessons can be used with GCSE groups with minor tweaking.
This is KS3 lesson designed to expose students to the use of maps in understanding our place in the world. It’s essentially a map skill lesson where students move from local to global using different maps. Key facts about the lesson are:
1. All the resources for teaching the lesson are included. The ppts have everything from starter to plenary including all the geography resources for delivery. Download and just teach!
2. The lesson is differentiated with support for learners of varying abilities.
3. The lesson is a practical lesson so students will be engage in active learning throughout.
