<p>AQA GCSE Geography lesson for the new specification Unit 1C: In this lesson we look at long and cross profiles of a river and how river valleys change shape downstream.</p> <p>We start with “perfect paragraph”. The pupils read a paragraph describing a drainage basin and they should try to find the errors in the paragraph and what should be added in. We then introduce long profiles, and the pupils will be plotting a long profile of a river on their worksheet. We then look at the upper, middle and lower courses of the river. The pupils shade in these sections on their graph. We complete the worksheet by looking at cross profiles and how river valley shapes change downstream. The pupils create annotated cross sections of the upper, middle and lower courses using the info slides. We finish with a 4 mark GCSE-style question “describe how the shape of a river valley changes downstream”. As always the pupils have some guidance on the question if they need it.</p> <p>In a nutshell lesson includes:</p> <p>Perfect paragraph starter.<br /> Long profile plotting exercise.<br /> Cross profile diagram activity.<br /> 4-mark GCSE-style question.</p> <p>Hope this saves you some valuable planning time.</p> <p><a href="https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/markthegeographer">https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/markthegeographer</a></p>

<p>Documentary topic: Water, Rivers, Africa</p> <p><strong>24 question and answer sheet</strong> to accompany the BBC documentary Earth’s Greatest Rivers 2, episode 1, Zambezi River. Documentary follows the river’s course from source to mouth and looks at how animal and human life depends on the river.</p> <p>The worksheet has 24 questions that cover the full 50 minute documentary and comes with a detailed answer sheet for teachers. There is a differentiated follow on worksheet for students to complete to think further around this topic. Designed for study alongside rivers unit, but equally could be used for students as part of a place based study in Southern Africa.</p> <p>Topics include:</p> <ul> <li>Fact file on the Zambezi</li> <li>upper, middle and lower course characteristics</li> <li>Human activity along the river</li> <li>Flooding</li> <li>Conservation and management</li> </ul> <p>Downloaded materials include all sheets in both Word and PDF formats.</p> <p>Find other documentary worksheets and the rest of this series at my <a href="https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/DocGeog">shop</a></p>

<p>A full series of 11 lessons and resources</p> <p>Lessons coded:</p> <p>2A. Water Cycle<br /> 2B. River Processes<br /> 2C. River Long and Cross Profile<br /> 2D. Formation of Waterfalls and Gorges<br /> 2E. Formation of Meanders and Ox Bow Lakes<br /> 2F. Formation of Floodplains and Levees<br /> 2G. Rivers on OS Maps<br /> 2H. Causes of Flooding<br /> 2I. UK Flood Event~ Cumbria 2015<br /> 2J. Flood Management<br /> 2K. Assessment, Close the Gap and Feed Forward Activity</p> <p>Rivers Knowledge Organiser<br /> Rivers Revision Tasks<br /> Rivers Quiz</p>

<p>AQA GCSE Geography lesson for the new specification Unit 1C: In this lesson we look at depositional features found in the lower course of a river.</p> <p>The starter is a a countdown retrieval practice quiz with dramatic countdown music!</p> <p>We start by looking at natural levees and how they are formed. The pupils create a sequence of diagrams to show their formation based on information on the board. They are provided with outline drawings to start with to save time. We then look at the formation of floodplains. The pupils create a diagram based on the instructions on the board without actually seeing the diagram, but there is an example if they are struggling and they are given an outline floodplain to start with. We then look at the formation of estuaries. The pupils annotate a photograph to show the different features of the estuary formed by deposition. We finish on a 4 mark question on the formation of floodplains that was in an exam in 2017. I usually model the answer after the pupils have had a go.</p> <p>In a nutshell lesson includes:</p> <p>Retrieval practice grid starter.<br /> Formation of levees sequential diagram.<br /> Formation and features of a floodplain diagram activity with outline.<br /> Photo annotation for estuaries.<br /> 4-mark GCSE question with guidance.</p> <p>Hope this saves you some valuable planning time.</p> <p><a href="https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/markthegeographer">https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/markthegeographer</a></p>

<p>AQA GCSE Geography lesson for the new specification Unit 1C: In this lesson we look at waterfalls and gorges and how they are formed through the processes of erosion.</p> <p>The starter is a retrieval practice grid filled in for the rivers work so far, but it’s editable.</p> <p>We then look at how underlying geology plays and important part in the formation of waterfalls, the pupils have some questions to answer and I sometimes get a pupil to teach this bit. We then look at how waterfalls develop, after some teacher exposition the pupils will have an outline diagram of a waterfall with some tasks to complete on the diagram. We then look at the formation of gorges and how they relate to waterfalls. This time the pupils use the diagram on the board to create one themselves. We finish with a sketch from photograph of High Force. After we have introduced the waterfall and given some detail on its formation the pupils will create a field sketch either in a blank box, or using a feint outline, which they can draw over the top of. They then label features etc. We finish with a 6-mark question similar to the 2019 May exam on physical processes and waterfalls/gorges. There is advice and guidance should the pupils need it.</p> <p>In a nutshell lesson includes:</p> <p>Retrieval practice grid starter.<br /> Question answer session on how a waterfall starts to form.<br /> Blank outline actvity on the development of waterfalls over time.<br /> Diagram activity on the formation of a gorge.<br /> Worksheet activty on sketching High Force from a photograph.<br /> 6-mark GCSE question with guidance.</p> <p>Hope this saves you some valuable planning time.</p> <p><a href="https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/markthegeographer">https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/markthegeographer</a></p>

<p>AQA GCSE Geography lesson for the new specification Unit 1C: In this lesson we look at erosion, transportation and deposition.</p> <p>The starter is “which row is the odd one out”. The pupils need to work out which row has an incorrect term in. Just gets them thinking.</p> <p>We then look at erosion and when rivers are eroding more effectively. The pupils learn about vertical and lateral erosion and will be making some diagrams in there exercise books. They then receive a worksheet where the processes of erosion and transportation are illustrated, the pupils use an information slide (or sheet if you prefer) and label the processes on and colour code the area of the diagram where that process is displayed. We then look at how these processes vary as you progress down the long profile of a river. The pupils get another worksheet where they read the labels and draw an appropriate diagram in each box to create an illustrated log profile. We finish with a summarising pyramid plenary.</p> <p>In a nutshell lesson includes:</p> <p>Odd one out starter.<br /> Vertical and lateral erosion diagram activity<br /> Worksheet on processes of erosion<br /> Worksheet activity on processes of erosion along the course of a river<br /> Summarising pyramid</p> <p>Hope this saves you some valuable planning time.</p> <p><a href="https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/markthegeographer">https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/markthegeographer</a></p>

<p>A double sided A3 revision sheet to capture knowledge of the Rivers unit as part of Section C (Physical Landscapes) in the GCSE AQA (8035) Geography course.</p> <p>Side 1 - processes, upper, middle, lower course landforms and formation<br /> Side 2 - causes of flooding, impacts of flooding, flood management and hydrographs.</p> <p>Can easily be used as a standalone resource or from using resources such as textbooks, revision guides and exercise book notes.</p>

<p>AQA GCSE Geography lesson for the new specification Unit 1C: In this lesson we look at drainage basins and what types of features you find within them.</p> <p>We start with a photo mystery starter, the pupils only see fragments of a map of the drainage basins of the UK and Ireland. The pupils try to guess what the complete picture might be. This leads onto a discussion about drainage basins and the Amazon Basin in particular. Next we look at the features within a drainage basin. The pupils will work from a worksheet and are given a description of a feature. They must find the feature on the diagram, write the description, and then for some features they draw their own zoomed-in picture of the feature. Following this the pupils get a grid of photographs of the various features and they need to work out what the feature is. The board is editable so they can play bingo as well if you want to create bingo cards.</p> <p>We finish with a simple post-it plenary based on a GCSE-style question.</p> <p>In a nutshell lesson includes:</p> <p>Geographical gallery of contemporary art starter<br /> Worksheet activities on the features of a drainage basin<br /> Photo grid of the features of a drainage basin.<br /> Post-it plenary.</p> <p>Hope this saves you some valuable planning time.</p> <p><a href="https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/markthegeographer">https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/markthegeographer</a></p>

<p>AQA GCSE Geography lesson for the new specification Unit 1C: In this lesson we look at how both meanders and ox-bow lakes are formed by both erosion and deposition.</p> <p>The starter is a retrieval practice grid filled in for the rivers work so far, but it’s editable.</p> <p>We then look at a diagram of the Mississippi flood plain and the pupils answer some questions about the archaic meanders that can be seen plotted on the diagram and how they might be formed. We then watch a short video clip on how river meanders get started. We then look at the cross section of a meander and its various features. The pupils get an outline drawing of a meander for them to colour in by numbers to start with, then label the various features on the cross section. The pupils seem to love this colourful neat diagram. The next thing we consider is riffles and pools, after discussing how they are formed the pupils create a diagram in their books for this one. We then watch a video clip on meander formation and there are some colourful diagrams to help teacher explanation. The pupils have a strip to stick in their books, there is a feint outline of the original meander to help them in their drawings. They then explain the process. We finish with a 6-mark question on the formation of ox-bow lakes with some guidance.</p> <p>In a nutshell lesson includes:</p> <p>Retrieval practice grid starter.<br /> Question answer session on old Mississippi meanders diagram.<br /> Colour by numbers cross sectional diagram activity.<br /> Diagram activity on the formation of riffles and pools.<br /> Sequential diagram task on ox-bow lake formation.<br /> 6-mark GCSE question with guidance.</p> <p>Hope this saves you some valuable planning time.</p> <p><a href="https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/markthegeographer">https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/markthegeographer</a></p>

<p>This simple research task can be used as independent learning, homework, group work or create a presentation and present it independent/group work task.</p>

<p>The River Nile power point and printable activities for children aged 7 - 11 years. Are you learning about Ancient Egypt? Then this could be what you are looking for. Children will learn how important the River Nile was to the survival of Ancient Egyptians. Students can then use what they have learnt by making an information leaflet all about the importance of the River Nile. Finish off by making a salt dough model of the River Nile in a pizza box. Children LOVE this activity whilst learning at the same time.</p> <p>Great to use as part of your topic on Ancient Egypt.</p> <p>Included in this product:</p> <p>13 slide power point on the importance of the River Nile to Ancient Egypt<br /> Make an information leaflet<br /> Information sheets on The River Nile for children to read and questions for them to answer.<br /> Instructions on how to make a salt dough 3D map of The River Nile in a pizza box.<br /> Information sheet for the inside of the map box.<br /> Make learning about the River Nile a fun and engaging time with these activities.</p> <p>You might also be interested in:</p> <p>[<a href="https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/mummification-12211726">https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/mummification-12211726</a>]</p>

<p>This lesson is part of <a href="https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/investigating-rivers-11948756">Investigating Rivers</a>, a unit designed for upper KS2 (Y4-6).</p> <p>The presentation takes students on a journey from the source to the mouth of the River Thames. Starting at Thames Head, the source of the River Thames, students investigate maps and satellite photos and try to identify river features along the way. Other locations include Windsor Castle, the Isle of Dogs in London and the mouth of the river at Southend-on-Sea.</p> <p>The writing-based activity challenges students to first label each map/satellite photo and then write a paragraph describing the location and river features they can see. It is differentiated two ways:</p> <p><strong>Easier</strong> – Students have maps/satellite photos and cloze procedure paragraphs to complete.<br /> <strong>Harder</strong> – Students have maps/satellite photos, a wordbank and write their own paragraphs.</p> <p>If you like this resource, we would appreciate a review! We will happily send you a free resource in return for a review or useful suggestions/feedback. Contact us at <a href="mailto:ed@teachitforward.co.uk" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">ed@teachitforward.co.uk</a>.</p>

<p>A complete geography lesson on rivers in Europe. Includes a thorough teaching PowerPoint, interactive activities, worksheets, word bank, extensions, videos and plenary game.</p> <p>Follow the ready-to-go PowerPoint to teach about identifying, describing and comparing rivers in Europe.</p> <p>Cover:</p> <ul> <li>What is a river?</li> <li>How is it formed?</li> <li>Parts of a river</li> <li>Rivers on maps of Europe</li> <li>Europe River facts</li> <li>What are Fjords?</li> </ul> <p>Planned for years 3 or 4, easily adaptable for years 5 and 6.</p> <p>Differentiated recording tasks provided so children can label a map of Europe with the main rivers. Includes 3 extensions.</p> <p>Highlights:</p> <ol> <li>Differentiated</li> <li>Activities for all styles of learners</li> <li>Scaffolded learning</li> </ol> <p>Check out my other popular Geography lessons on Europe:</p> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12930228">Where is Europe?</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12932463">Countries of Europe</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12934745">Compare cities in Europe</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12935744">Climate of Europe</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12941411">Mountains of Europe</a></li> </ul>

<p>This booklet is aimed for those students following the Pearson Edexcel GCSE (9-1) Geography A specification- but can easily be adapted for AQA or OCR</p> <p>The booklet supports the post-field trip write up by students - and can be used in class or set as an extended piece of home learning.</p> <p>It covers each step of the the ‘route to enquiry’ and will help prepare students for their Paper 3 examination.</p> <p>There is a PDF version - and also a Word-version so that you can tweak it to suit you own fieldwork requirements i.e. adaptable for different specifications.</p>

This is a workbook designed to meet part of the criteria for the AQA Entry Level Geography Rivers Unit - I think it includes everything but Flooding and Flood management and the case study. Some of the activities have been adapted from other worksheets

<p>Easy to use <strong>question and answer worksheet</strong> to accompany the BBC documentary Earth’s Greatest Rivers, Episode 1, The Amazon River. Questions span the full <strong>50 minute</strong> length of the documentary. An <strong>answer sheet</strong> for teachers is provided. There is an optional <strong>challenge sheet</strong> <em>(exam questions and mapping task)</em> to round up ideas from this documentary. Used with a year 8 group studying rivers, but equally could be used for students as part of a place based study in Brazil for example.</p> <p>Topics include:</p> <ul> <li>Factfile on the Amazon River</li> <li>Upper, middle and lower course characteristics</li> <li>Indigenous views of the river</li> <li>Manaus</li> <li>Human activity along the river</li> <li>Flooding in the lower course</li> </ul> <p>Download will include all worksheets both in Word and PDF formats.</p> <p>Find other documentary worksheets and the rest of this series at my <a href="https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/DocGeog">shop</a></p>

This booklet looks at the journey of the river from the source to the sea, the drainage basin and the water cycle. In addition the cause and consequences of floods is studies, particularly in Venezuela, Bangladesh and England

Goes through 6 of the major world rivers.

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