Through a number of interactive activities relating to Globes, Maps and Plans Key Stage 1 Geography pupils are able to learn how to read and use maps, understand co-ordinates on a grid, plan routes and identify Ordnance Survey symbols.
The Places section helps children to learn about interesting places in the United Kingdom such as the seaside, islands, Mount Snowdon and London. It also helps children to develop their knowledge of Places further afield, in Europe and the rest of the World, via a range of fun activities and virtual tours suitable for Key Stage 1 learners.
Children are encouraged to look at issues involving Environmental Change including climate change, conservation, pollution and recycling.
Weather is also an important aspect of Key Stage 1 Geography and children are able to learn about the different types of weather, the effects of weather and the varying weather and climates around the world.
The Key Stage 1 Geography area also includes a section on Transport and a section on Water, covering rivers, streams, lakes, ponds and uses of water.
The resources and activities in the KS1 Geography section are in an interactive, online, or printable format that brings a differing dynamic to the subject for children studying at Key Stage 1.
Lakes and Ponds - Information and facts on lakes and ponds from around the world
Rivers and Streams - Join the Road Scholars as they investigate fresh water ecosystems. They'll stop to investigate some REAL WORLD ISSUES along the way.
Seaworld - The official site of Seaworld. See Shamu the Killer Whale on a webcam.
Uses of Water - Interactive activity to find the matching pairs of water uses.
Uses of Water - Leisure - An activity to help to identify who uses water and what they use it for. Can be printed and used away from the computer.
Uses of Water - Leisure 2 - An online activity to help to identify who uses water and what they use it for.