Let’s Explore the World

Project Overview

This essential skills and knowledge companion mini project teaches children about atlases, maps and cardinal compass points. They learn about the characteristics of the four countries of the United Kingdom and find out why there are hot, temperate and cold places around the world. They also compare England to Somalia. Children carry out fieldwork, collecting primary data in their locality to answer geographical questions.

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What’s included

Let’s Explore the World is a comprehensive project that boasts an array of essentials including:

10

Lesson activities

33

Resources

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Project scope

Let’s Explore the World provides a structured approach to geography, outlining key subjects and topics including:

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Subjects

  • Geography
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Topics

  • Atlases and maps
  • Comparing locations
  • Countries of the UK
  • Fieldwork
  • Hot and cold places
  • The world