Within the KS2 Geography section children are able to develop their Geography Skills through a number of interactive activities relating to map reading, using compasses, reading grid references and understanding coordinates.
One of the main aspects of KS2 Geography is learning about Places. Within the Places section children are able to develop their knowledge of the United Kingdom by learning about places of special interest, national parks and population data. This section also helps children to learn about continents and countries in Europe and The World by viewing images and taking part in fun interactive activities.
Children can investigate the important issues regarding Environmental Change, including pollution, conservation and climate change. The section includes quizzes, games and interactive activities relating to topics such as recycling, ecological foot printing, animals and wildlife. There are also several case studies to help children learn about real-life Geography issues.
The Weather section helps children to understand about types of weather through a range of interactive activities. They are also able to learn about the effects of the weather and weather around the world. In the Water section children are able to study the different uses of water, learn about rivers and coasts, find out about the water cycle and discover ways of conserving water.
Part of the Key Stage 2 Geography curriculum is to learn about different Settlements so this section includes information and activities relating to land and building use, village settlers, British place names and settlements in Europe.
The resources and activities in the KS2 Geography section are in an interactive, online, or printable format that brings a differing dynamic to the subject for children studying at Key Stage 2.
British Waterways - Information about the rivers and canals of Britain.
Coastal Features - Read the information about coastal features then complete the crossword
Coastal Study in the South Downs - Interactive activity to study the coastline with Google Earth
Famous Rivers in the World - 1 - Online activity about rivers around the world.
Famous Rivers in the World - 2 - Online activity looking at famous rivers from around the world.
Ralphie's River Journey - Interactive activity to bring Ralphie Rat down the river by answering some questions about river features.
River Features - Part 1 - A glossary of terms used to define the features of river systems
River Features - Part 2 - An interactive comprehension activity that tests children's knowledge of key geographical terms that descibe river systems.
River Features - Part 3 - A word search that tests childrens recollection of key river features.
River Trent - Interactive activity using the Multimap website to study the River Trent
Rivers and Coasts - Online information and resources about coasts and rivers.
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.
The River Nile - Online activity about the River Nile
The River Usk - Online learning resources about the River Usk
Towns and Rivers 1 - Online activity looking at UK towns and rivers
Towns and Rivers 2 - Online activity looking at UK towns and rivers