This is a GCSE lesson on the main threats to taiga forests including the causes of deforestation and other threats such as acid rain. It is suitable for all specification but specifically designed for the Edexcel B specs, Paper 3; Forests under Threat. Key facts about the lesson are: The content covered by the lesson are; Recap of plant and animal adaptations to taiga forests. Causes of deforestation in taiga forests. Other threats to taiga forests such as acid rain, forest fires etc. Learning resources used in the lesson are; Starter quiz with answers. Table to analyse the causes of deforestation in taiga forests. Reading task. Fill in blank task with keyword bank to assess reading task with answers. Exam focus question. 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 all resources, clear outline of learning tasks and a plenary. Students however, should be encourage to use their standard GCSE text book as background reading. Now just download and teach!

This is an A-level lesson on global commons. Key facts about the lesson are: 1. The lesson looks at the definition of global commons and examines what makes each of the 4 global commons special. 2. The lesson examines the economic concept of the 'tragedy of the commons' and then analyses how each global common is being managed sustainable through global governance. 3. The lesson meets the requirements of the new GCE A-level specifications. It includes video clips on the concepts being introduced and there are also web links on the management of each common for further reading. 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! 5. This lesson is strong in analysis. Students will be stretched to think about these global issues throughout.

This is a KS3 introduction lesson on hazards. However, the lesson can be used with a GCSE group as well. Key facts about the lesson are: 1. The content covered by the lesson are; definition of a hazard, different types of hazards and causes of hazards. 2. Learning resources used in the lesson are; a spider diagram, images, video clips, hazard matrix table and a writing 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 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 is a case study lesson on the Haiti 2010 earthquake. The lesson is planned to GCSE standards but can be used for KS3 as well. Key facts about the lesson are: 1. The content covered by the lesson are; location of Haiti, identifying the plate boundary that caused the earthquake, the primary and secondary impact of the earthquake, analysis of the economic, social and environmental impact, short and long term response to the earthquake, an analysis of the response to the earthquake. 2. Learning resources used in the lesson are; Map task to identify the location of Haiti and it’s boundary, case study worksheet throughout, factsheets on different aspects of the earthquake, a group work task, a writing task and a quiz. I’ve included a suggested homework task as well which can be given to students before or after the lesson. 4. Differentiation used in the lesson are: challenge tasks and differentiated information sheets and group discussion. 5. 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 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!

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 / KS2 lesson on reading contours. 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 contours, how to use contour lines, practice giving height using contours, how do contours show steep and gentle slopes, creating your own map with contour lines. Learning resources used in the lesson are; quiz, contour map work using grid references, matching contour lines with shape of land task, drawing contour lines on a map. Other facts; The answers for the practice activities are included on the ppt which makes it even easier for non specialists to deliver. What do you get in the package? 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. 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 an A-level lesson on glaciers. It meets the new Edexcel and Aqa specifications. This is the first lesson of the unit. Key facts about the lesson are: The content covered by the lesson are; Definition of a glacier & glaciation, description of the different types of glaciers, distribution of glaciers today, distribution of glaciers in the last ice age, timeline of glacial and interglacial periods throughout history and glaciers (cryosphere) importance to other earth systems. Learning resources used in the lesson are; map task, peer work, graph analysis, creating a diagram and past paper questions. 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 a two part A-level lesson on Indian Ocean tsunami in 2004. Key facts about the lesson are: The content covered by the lesson are; Location of the tsunami area, tectonic forces that caused the tsunami, key features of the tsunami, analysis of distribution of wave arrival times & wave height & severity of damage of the tsunami, examination of the effects of the tsunami, classification of the effects in terms of severity and social, economic and environmental, evaluation of responses to the tsunami. 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 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 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.