Engage you students by challenging them to survive whilst becoming lost in a hot desert. Firstly they can do some research for the task by accessing relevant film clips and information using a free Sway included as part of this resource. Students then make up a hot desert survival kit with a partner or group. This survival kit is then tested by way of hot desert survival scenarios. This is great fun and gets very competitive when used in the classroom and prizes can be offered… Students love it! A consolidation task is provided at the end to make use of the knowledge gained. The resource is bright and colourful. It is aimed at 10 to 14 year olds but to be honest, it can be used with any age group. This resource bundle consists of a 5 page PDF and a free information Sway. Watch this to find out more about this resource. https://youtu.be/-P5OoqD5a1I

Are you teaching the Biosphere to Higher or A Level? Want an interesting way to introduce soils? This PowerPoint might be your answer. It might be a bit difficult to engage students about learning soils but this PowerPoint helps to point out their relevance and how the study of soils can even lead to a career in forensics.

Teaching hot deserts? Look no further than this PDF workbook which introduces this topic in a colourful and engaging way. Aimed at 10 - 14 year olds, it covers the location and climate of hot deserts. Activities include making a colourful location map,making a climate graph (template included), understanding why the climate is so hot and dry, and why this makes it so difficult for life. Great illustrations enhance learning as well and engaging activities which help to develop understanding of the very important command words - describe and explain. Tried and tested in the classroom and is a proven winner with the students. Don’t give yourself extra work! It’s all here for you.