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Keystage 1 Geography Printable Worksheets

Key Stage 1 covers children between the ages of 5 and 7 in Years 1 and 2. Our vast collection of educational worksheets and activities will help your child progress through their studies in Years 1 and 2 of primary school. Covering all the core subjects and much more, our resources will help your child learn the key concepts and skills they need to master Key Stage 1!

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Keystage 2 (7-11), general knowledge, religious education, brain training, united kingdom, the seven continents, the five oceans, place knowledge, geographical features, geographical skills, information sheets, fun activities.

Labelling Physical Features

Our Labelling Physical Features activity is designed to engage KS1 students in learning about key geographical features such as mountains, oceans, deserts, rivers, forests, and islands. This worksheet aims to develop students' understanding of these features and their significance in shaping our planet's landscapes.How will this worksheet help my students?The objective of this worksheet is to help students identify and label different physical features correctly, enhancing their knowledge of basic geography concepts.

KS1 Valleys and Hills

KS1 Valleys and Hills WorksheetIn this worksheet, students will explore the characteristics and significance of valleys and hills through simple and relatable descriptions. They will learn about the defining attributes of valleys, including their low-lying nature, association with hills or mountains, and the presence of rivers. Additionally, students will discover the various features of hills, such as their raised elevation, diverse shapes, and the enjoyment people derive from them.Educational Objectives:Identify the key characteristics of valleys and hills.Understand the importance of valleys and hills in the environment.Develop comprehension skills through reading and answering questions.Foster an appreciation for the natural world and its diverse landscapes.How to Use:Download and distribute the worksheet to students.Encourage students to read the passages about valleys and hills carefully.Have students answer the comprehension questions provided, either independently or in small groups.Review the answers together as a class, discussing any misconceptions and reinforcing key concepts.Download the worksheet today and embark on an exciting journey of discovery with your KS1 students!

KS1 Exploring Beaches

KS1 Exploring Beaches Worksheet"Exploring Beaches" offers a comprehensive and engaging resource for KS1 geography lessons, providing students with a deeper understanding of coastal environments. Following the exploration of beaches, students will engage in comprehension questions that reinforce their understanding of the material covered. These questions are designed to assess students' knowledge of beach features and their ability to recall information from the passage.Educational Goals:Understand what beaches are and where they're found.Recognise and describe natural and human-made features of beaches.Practise reading and comprehension skills in a fun and relaxed setting.Develop a love for exploring nature and the great outdoors.

Blue Whale Colouring Activity

Created for KS1 geography lessons, this worksheet encourages young adventurers to explore the depths of the ocean while expressing their creativity through colouring. Students will embark on an exciting journey to discover the largest creature in the ocean, the magnificent blue whale.Fun Facts about Blue Whales:Blue whales are the largest animals on Earth, growing up to 100 feet long and weighing as much as 200 tons.They have a deep blue-grey colouration and a distinctive mottled appearance.Blue whales consume up to 4 tons of krill, their primary food source, in a single day.Their powerful vocalizations, known as whale songs, can be heard across vast distances in the ocean.Blue whales undertake long migrations between feeding and breeding grounds.

Walrus Colouring Activity

Embark on a thrilling Arctic adventure with our Walrus Colouring Activity! Tailored for KS1 geography lessons, this worksheet invites young explorers to journey to the icy waters of the Arctic while expressing their creativity through colouring. Introduce students to intriguing tidbits about walruses, such as their impressive tusks, blubbery bodies, and unique adaptations for Arctic survival. Learning about these remarkable creatures adds excitement and curiosity to the colouring experience.Fun Facts about Walruses:Walruses are large marine mammals that inhabit the Arctic Ocean and surrounding seas.They are known for their distinctive tusks, which are elongated canine teeth used for various purposes, including foraging and defence.Walruses have a thick layer of blubber that helps them stay warm in cold Arctic waters.They use their sensitive whiskers to detect food on the ocean floor, such as clams and other shellfish.Walruses are highly social animals and often gather in large groups, known as herds, on land and ice floes.

Dolphin Colouring Activity

Colouring has been shown to have calming effects on students, promoting relaxation and reducing stress levels. This activity provides a tranquil and enjoyable learning experience, allowing students to unwind as they connect with the ocean and its inhabitants. Tailored for KS1 geography lessons on the five oceans, this worksheet invites young learners to embark on an exciting journey through the depths of the sea while expressing their creativity through colouring.Fun Facts about Dolphins:Dolphins are highly intelligent mammals, known for their complex social behaviours and communication skills.They use echolocation, a type of sonar, to navigate and locate prey underwater.Dolphins are incredibly playful animals and often engage in acrobatic displays, riding waves and leaping out of the water.Some dolphin species, such as the bottlenose dolphin, can swim at speeds of up to 20 miles per hour.Dolphins are known for their strong bonds with each other and often form close-knit groups called pods.

Seahorse Colouring Activity

Colouring has calming effects on students, promoting relaxation and reducing stress levels. This activity provides a peaceful and enjoyable learning experience, allowing students to unwind as they dive into the world of seahorses. Perfect for KS1 geography lessons on the five oceans, this worksheet invites young explorers to dive into the whimsical realm of seahorses while unleashing their creativity through colouring. 

Pufferfish Colouring Activity

Embark on an undersea journey filled with wonder and excitement with our delightful Pufferfish Colouring Activity! This engaging worksheet is designed to accompany KS1 geography lessons on the five oceans, offering young learners an opportunity to discover the unique charm of the pufferfish while unleashing their creativity through the art of colouring. Introduce students to some fascinating facts about pufferfish, such as their ability to inflate themselves when threatened and their unique defence mechanisms. Learning about these quirky characteristics adds an element of fun and curiosity to the colouring activity.

Lobster Colouring Activity

Spark your students' sense of wonder and curiosity with our Lobster Colouring Activity, a delightful addition to your KS1 geography lessons on the five oceans. Through the exploration of marine life, students embark on a journey of discovery and creativity, deepening their connection to the natural world and fostering a lifelong appreciation for the beauty and diversity of ocean ecosystems.

Stingray Colouring Activity

Ignite your students' curiosity and imagination with this Stingray Colouring Activity, a perfect addition to your KS1 geography lessons on the five oceans. Through the exploration of marine creatures, students embark on a journey of discovery and creativity, fostering a deeper connection to the natural world and the wonders that lie beneath the waves.

Sea Animals Vocabulary 3

Incorporating this sea animal identification worksheet into KS1 geography lessons not only adds an element of excitement and engagement but also empowers students to actively explore and appreciate the wonders of the natural world.  Tailored specifically for KS1 students, this worksheet provides a dynamic platform for young learners to delve into the captivating world of marine life while honing essential academic skills.

Sea Animals Vocabulary 2

Sea Animals Vocabulary WorksheetThis sea animal identification worksheet is a fantastic addition to KS1 geography lessons, offering a fun way for students to learn about the five oceans and the creatures that inhabit them. By engaging with colourful illustrations and multiple-choice options, children can deepen their understanding of marine ecosystems while honing their academic skills in an enjoyable way.

Sea Animals Vocabulary 1

Sea Animals Vocabulary This handy worksheet is designed to engage KS1 pupils in an interactive learning activity focused on identifying sea animals. With colourful illustrations and multiple-choice options, this worksheet provides an opportunity for children to strengthen their knowledge of marine life while practising their decision-making skills.

Plastic in the Ocean Word Search

Plastic in the Ocean Word Search ActivityOur "Plastic in the Ocean Word Search" worksheet is an engaging and educational activity designed for KS1 pupils to learn about the issue of plastic pollution in the ocean. This word search provides a fun way for students to familiarise themselves with vocabulary related to this important environmental topic.Benefits:Helps students learn and recognise words related to plastics in the ocean, such as "plastic," "pollution," "recycling," and more.Raises awareness about the impact of plastic pollution on marine life and the environment.Enhances students' vocabulary by introducing new words and concepts related to environmental conservation.Encourages students to think critically about environmental issues and the importance of reducing plastic waste.

The World's Hot and Cold Areas

The World's Hot and Cold AreasThis colourful engaging worksheet will help pupils identify the location of hot and cold areas of the world in relation to the Equator and the North and South Poles. Students read through the text and answer the multiple-choice questions. 

Drawing Activity - Human Features

Human Features Drawing Activity This drawing activity aims to help students visually represent and understand various human features within their community.

The Five Oceans Quiz

Explore the Oceans Quiz for KS1 PupilsThis quiz isn't just about finding the right answers - it's a journey to explore our amazing oceans! Pupils learn which ocean is the biggest, discover where penguins live, and find out that some oceans are warm while others are icy. Children read through the questions and circle the correct answer from the options (a, b, or c). 

KS1 Human Features Word Search

KS1 Human Features word search activityEmbark on a fun and educational journey with this engaging KS1 word search! This activity is designed for young learners to discover and recognise various human features in their surroundings. The following words are hidden within the puzzle: city, town, village, factory, farm, house, office, port, harbour, and shop. Students search horizontally, vertically, and diagonally to find each hidden word.This word search not only enhances vocabulary but also introduces young learners to diverse human features, fostering an early understanding of the various places where people live, work, and engage in daily activities.

The Five Oceans Vocabulary Cards

The Five Oceans Vocabulary CardsUse these vocabulary cards to spark curiosity about the world's oceans. Each card provides the name and location of one of the five oceans. Whether used in classrooms or homeschooling settings, they provide an engaging resource for geography lessons, homework, vocabulary building, or matching activities.

Human Features Matching Activity

Human features matching activityThis matching activity asks students to match the descriptions of each human feature with the correct name. This will help learners use basic geographical vocabulary to refer to key human features, including: city, town, village, farm, house, office, port, and shop.

Plastics in the Oceans Cloze Activity

Plastics in the OceansThis handy geography worksheet will enhance students' understanding and knowledge about the critical issue of plastic pollution in the oceans. By filling in the blanks in this cloze activity, students will learn about why it's important to keep the oceans clean and how plastic can harm the animals that live there.

Facts about the Oceans

Facts about the Oeans worksheetTeachers and parents can use this worksheet as part of a lesson on geography or as a standalone activity to spark curiosity about the oceans. It's a blend of fun and education, ensuring that young learners enjoy the process of discovering interesting facts about our oceans. Students read through the facts about our oceans and circle true or false after each statement. 

What is a Forest? Reading Comprehension Activity

What is a forest? Reading comprehension activityOur "What is a forest?" reading comprehension is a magical journey into the heart of nature, specially crafted for curious minds in KS1. In this comprehension, young learners will discover the wonders of a forest – a special place where tall trees stand like guardians, animals play hide-and-seek, and the air feels fresh and clean. As they read, they will explore the soft ground covered in moss and leaves, and meet adorable creatures like squirrels, rabbits, and birds, each finding a cozy home among the trees.

What is a Mountain? Reading Comprehension Activity

What is a mountain? Reading comprehension activityThis short reading comprehension activity aims to introduce KS1 pupils to the basic concept of mountains in a simple and understandable way. It focuses on key features and characteristics of mountains, making it suitable for young learners.

What is a River? Reading Comprehension Activity

What is a river? Reading Comprehension ActivityThis comprehension activity can be used to introduce young learners to the enchanting world of rivers. This resource aims to provide an engaging and informative experience for your KS1 pupils as they begin to understand the significance of rivers in our natural environment. Through this comprehension, children will gain insights into the role of rivers, their importance for various forms of life, and how they contribute to the delicate balance of ecosystems. The comprehension is tailored to meet the developmental needs of KS1 pupils, offering clear and concise explanations along with comprehension questions that encourage critical thinking and reflection. Use this worksheet in the classroom or at home.  

Physical Features Matching Activity

Physical Features Matching ActivityIn this worksheet, pupils will learn about a variety of physical features that shape our planet's diverse landscapes. As pupils connect each word on the left with its definition on the right, they'll deepen their knowledge of these fundamental elements. Key physical features include sea, forest, soil, beach, mountain, season, ocean, and river.

KS1 Physical Features Word Search

Exploring Physical Features word search activityEngage your young learners in a captivating journey through the world of geography with our "Exploring Physical Features Word Search" activity. This word search is designed to help KS1 pupils learn and reinforce key vocabulary related to various physical features of the Earth. From beaches to mountains, rivers to forests, students will have the opportunity to search for and discover these exciting geographical terms while enhancing their language and cognitive skills.

Capitals and Countries of North America Matching Activity

Capitals and Countries of North America Matching ActivityKnowing some of the capital cities of North American countries helps children develop a basic understanding of geography. It allows them to identify the locations of different countries on a map and appreciate the vastness and diversity of the continent. Understanding the capital cities of North America is a stepping stone to developing global awareness. It opens the door for discussions about other continents, countries, and cultures around the world. Children draw a line to match each country with its capital city.

Capitals and Countries of South America Matching Activity

Capitals and Countries of South America Matching ActivityThis worksheet will help KS1 pupils learn about the capitals and countries of South America in a fun and interactive way. Enjoy discovering the diverse capitals of this amazing continent! 

Capitals and Countries of Europe Matching Activity

Capitals and Countries of Europe Matching ActivityThis worksheet will help KS1 pupils learn about the capitals and countries of Europe in a fun and engaging way. Happy matching and exploring Europe's diverse capitals! 

Capitals and Countries of Africa Matching Activity

Welcome to the Capitals and Countries of Africa Matching Activity Worksheet! Get ready for an exciting journey across the fascinating continent of Africa as you match the correct capital cities to their corresponding countries. Africa is a diverse and vibrant continent with a rich history, beautiful landscapes, and unique cultures. Quick facts about Africa:Africa is the second-largest continent in the world after Asia. It's like a huge puzzle piece on the map!Africa is home to many amazing animals like lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and hippos. It's like a safari adventure!The Nile River, found in Africa, is the longest river in the world. It's like a big, winding snake that flows through the continent.Africa has a rich tapestry of cultures with different languages, music, dances, and colourful clothing. It's like a big celebration of diversity!The Sahara Desert, in Africa, is the biggest hot desert on Earth. It's like a giant sandbox where you can find sandy dunes!

Capitals and Countries of Asia Matching Activity

Welcome to the Capitals and Countries of Asia Matching Activity Worksheet! Get ready for an exciting challenge as you test your knowledge of Asian countries and their capitals. In this worksheet, you will have the opportunity to match the correct capital city to its corresponding country. Draw a line to match the country on the left with its capital city on the right. Remember, learning about different countries and their capitals is a fantastic way to expand your understanding of the world. Good luck, explorers! 

Label the Five Oceans

Label the five oceansLabelling the oceans introduces KS1 pupils to fundamental geography, helping them recognise the locations of these significant water bodies on a world map. By identifying and labelling the oceans, students learn new ocean-related vocabulary, such as "Pacific," "Arctic," and "Southern." Pupils use the words from the word bank to label the five oceans. Children can colour the picture when they are finished. 

Southern Ocean Fact File

Southern Ocean Fact FileThese fun facts about the Southern Ocean offer young learners a glimpse into this remote and unique part of the world, encouraging their curiosity about Earth's diverse oceans and the importance of preserving our planet's ecosystems.

Arctic Ocean Fact File

Arctic Ocean Fact FileThese fact files and true or false statements about the Arctic Ocean introduce KS1 pupils to the fascinating Arctic region, its wildlife, and geography, fostering their interest in the world's diverse oceans.Here are some facts about the Arctic Ocean:The Arctic Ocean is the smallest and shallowest of the world's oceans.During the winter, much of the Arctic Ocean's surface is covered by sea ice, which can be several meters thick.In the Arctic Circle, during summer, the sun doesn't set for several months, leading to the phenomenon of the "midnight sun." Conversely, during winter, the region experiences the "polar night" where the sun doesn't rise for several months.The Arctic Ocean is home to diverse and fascinating wildlife, including polar bears, Arctic foxes, narwhals, and walruses, specially adapted to survive in the extreme cold.

Indian Ocean Fact File

Indian Ocean Fact FileThese fact files and true or false statements introduce KS1 pupils to the Indian Ocean and its fascinating features, promoting curiosity and learning about this vital part of our planet's geography.

Atlantic Ocean Fact File

Atlantic Ocean activityThese fact files and true or false statements about the Atlantic Ocean aim to educate KS1 pupils about this significant body of water and its unique characteristics. By incorporating interesting facts and interactive activities, young learners can enhance their knowledge of the Atlantic Ocean in an engaging way.

Pacific Ocean Fact File

Pacific Ocean Fact File activityThese fact files and true or false statements are designed to provide KS1 pupils with interesting information about the Pacific Ocean while also testing their comprehension and critical thinking skills. They aim to engage young learners in ocean exploration and expand their knowledge about this fascinating part of our planet.

European Capital Cities Quiz

European capital cities quizThis quiz will test KS1 pupils' knowledge of European capital cities and help them learn about the different countries in Europe. It's a fun way to engage pupils and reinforce their understanding of geography and world capitals.

Map of Europe

How can I use this map of Europe?Label the countries: Ask pupils to label the countries correctly.Colour the countries: Ask pupils to colour each country with different colours to make it visually appealing.Capital cities match: Create a list of European capital cities and have pupils match each city to its corresponding country on the blank map.Famous landmarks: Ask pupils to locate and draw famous landmarks like the Eiffel Tower (France) or the Colosseum (Italy) on the blank map.Rivers: Label the major rivers of Europe on the blank map, such as the Danube or the Rhine.Mountain ranges: Label important mountain ranges like the Alps or the Pyrenees on the blank map.Seas and Oceans: Add the names of the surrounding seas and oceans on the blank map.

Identifying European Flags

Identifying European FlagsIdentifying European flags is an enjoyable and educational way for KS1 pupils to learn about the diverse countries and cultures in Europe, fostering their curiosity and knowledge about the world around them. It also enhances memory skills as pupils recall the information they have learned.

European Countries & Cities Word Search

European Countries & Cities Word SearchThis word search activity helps pupils become familiar with the names of different European countries and cities, promoting geographical awareness. Engaging in a word search is a fun and enjoyable activity that can spark interest in learning about Europe and its diverse cultures. Pupils learn new words related to European countries and cities, expanding their vocabulary.

Asian Country Fact Files

Asian Country Fact FilesPupils discover some interesting facts about China, India, and Japan. True or false statements encourage pupils to think critically and analyse the information they have learned about each country. They have to consider what they know to decide if the statement is true or false. Using true or false statements about China, Japan, and India creates an enjoyable learning experience for KS1 pupils, helping them develop their knowledge of these countries in an engaging way.

Naming Asian Flags

Asian Flags and Capital CitiesPupils enjoy the process of discovering and identifying the flags of diverse Asian countries with this fun worksheet. Use this activity in the classroom or at home for homework.  An answer sheet is included so pupils can mark their own work and make sure each flag is correctly identified with the appropriate country.

Asian Countries Word Search

Asian countries word search activityThe words included in this puzzle represent some of the fascinating countries in Asia and can make for an engaging and educational word search activity for KS1 pupils. Enjoy and have fun as your pupils search for the 12 words and learn about the wonders of Asia along the way. 

Africa Map Activity

Journey to AfricaAre your pupils ready to test their mapping skills and discover some of the countries that make Africa so unique? Pupils label the blank map with some of the major countries in Africa. The first letter has been given to help them. Fun facts about AfricaContinent Size: Africa is the second-largest continent in the world.Wildlife: Africa is famous for its diverse wildlife, including lions, giraffes, elephants, zebras, and hippos.Mountains and Rivers: Africa is home to Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa, and the Nile River, the longest river in the world.Sahara Desert: The Sahara Desert in Africa is the largest hot desert in the world.

Africa Word Search

Africa Word SearchThis fun, engaging word search introduces new words related to Africa, expanding pupils' vocabulary and language skills. Pupils learn the names of African countries, natural landmarks, and wildlife, promoting geographical awareness. Children search for 12 words associated with the African continent. They are written forwards, up and down, and diagonally.  

My Favourite Continent

My Favourite Continent Writing ExerciseWriting about their favorite continent helps KS1 pupils to communicate their ideas and interests and improves their writing abilities. Writing about a continent may involve some basic research, which introduces pupils to information-gathering skills and using simple resources like books or websites. Print off this handy activity and use it in the classroom or at home. Take a look at some more worksheets on the seven continents:Discovering ContinentsContinent RiddlesContinents of the World Fun FactsColor the Seven Continents

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Year 2 Geography

Packed with teaching ideas and differentiated learning activities, these Year 2 Geography units of work are created to address National Curriculum Geography objectives. The ready-to-teach schemes of work include detailed planning, slides, and differentiated learning activities.

Give your class the opportunity to learn all about maps and the geography of their surrounding area with these 'Map Makers' lessons for Year 2. You...

Let's go on Safari

Take your class on safari to Africa with this Kenya KS1 Geography scheme of work for Year 1 and Year 2. Join explorers as they visit Kenya and meet...

Where do I live?

Help your class find out more about the town, country and continent they live in with this great Our Local Area KS1 scheme of work. Your Year 1 or ...

Around the World

Take your class on a whistle-stop tour around the world with this seven continents of the world KS1 Geography planning pack for Year 1 and Year 2. ...

Let’s Explore London

Take a trip to one of the most famous cities in the world with this London KS1 planning pack! This great Geography scheme of work for Year 1 or Yea...

Weather Patterns

What's the difference between seasonal weather and daily weather? How does the weather change during each season in the United Kingdom? Challenge c...

Seas and Coasts

Visit oceans, seas, continents and countries in this Seas and Coasts scheme of work for Year 1 and 2. Your class will find out about different huma...

Let's Visit Australia

Welcome to Australia, the land down under! This fabulous downloadable geography scheme of work for KS1 children explores the geography of Australia...

At the Farm

Take a trip to the countryside with your class and explore a working farm in this fun scheme of work for KS1. Find out about arable, livestock and ...

Let's go to the jungle

Find out all about the locations, climates, weather, plants, animals and human uses of a number of beautiful and diverse tropical jungle forests. L...

My World and Me

Help your class understand where the seven continents of the world are and how their proximity to the equator or the poles affects their climate wi...

The Four Seasons

Teach your Year 1 or Year 2 class about the weather patterns of the seasons with this Four Seasons KS1 Geography planning pack. Through these seaso...

Life in the City

Take your class on a city journey, studying maps and exploring some features of a number of different cities with this 'Life in the City' scheme of...

Animals Around the World

Travel across the globe and teach your class about animals around the world in this KS1 Geography planning pack.   #TheCompleteSeries6lessons Explo...

Who Lives Here?

Explore some of the amazing and unusual homes found around the world with this ‘Who Lives Here?’ Geography scheme of work for KS1. This downloadabl...

All About Me Topic

Open their eyes to the wonder that is each and every one of them with this fantastic 'All About Me' cross-curricular lesson plan for KS1. Your clas...

Travel and Transport Topic

Hop on board and prepare to blast off on an exciting adventure with this Travel and Transport topic for KS1. Your class will explore journeys of al...

Castles Topic

This KS1 Castles Topic for Year 1 and Year 2 is stuffed to the battlements with engaging and inspiring teaching resources to get your class of litt...

Superheroes Topic

Are you ready for an adventure? 'Superheroes!' includes all the resources for 18 lessons for KS1 children aged 5-7. The lessons cover a whole range...

Arctic Adventures Topic

Introduce your class to the freezing and fabulous Arctic in this 'Arctic Adventures' cross-curricular topic for KS1. Your class will learn about Ar...

Exploring Space Topic

5, 4, 3, 2, 1...BLAST OFF! Take your KS1 class on an incredible adventure through space with this Exploring Space KS1 topic pack. There are History...

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This KS1 Dinosaurs topic is packed full of exciting lessons all about dinosaurs. Your children will learn about Mary Anning, using persuasive langu...

The Olympics Year 1/2

Introduce your KS1 class to the global, multi-sport athletics competition that is the Olympic Games! Develop their knowledge, understanding (and wo...

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Volcano worksheets

This worksheet looks at labelling the different parts of a volcano.

This worksheet looks at developing vocabulary that is specific to volcanoes.

In this activity, you are asked to make a labelled diagram of a plate boundary. There is then space provided for  writing a short paragraph to explain what is occuring in the plate boundary. 

Kenya worksheets

This worksheet looks at Kenya's location and pupils need to use an atlas to complete the tasks. 

This worksheet looks at Kenya's climate

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reading climate graphs.

Map skills worksheets

Here we look at an aerial photograph and a map of the same area. This activity asks you to identify names of roads and features on the aerial photo using the map to help you. This is an important geography skill that is underserved by the mainstream resource makers so we hope you find this worksheet useful.

Rainforest worksheets

Make a rainforest diorama.                   A-Z rainforests   

This worksheet sets you the task of making a rainforest in a shoebox. A popular holiday homework, this activity is a fun way to learn about rainforests.

This is a good activity to do either at the beginning or the end of a topic to see how much you know already or how much you have learnt. 

Rivers worksheets

A river system

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Environment worksheets

This activity first looks at the water cycle and pupils then have to explain the different stages of the water cycle by labelling the diagram.

The pupils then go on to look at five ways in which people affect the water cycle. The pupils have to write a description of how each activity affects the water cycle.

Glacier worksheets

In the first activity here, you have to draw a cross-section of the ice sheet in Greenland and this helps you to understand how much ice is held in the Greenland ice sheet. The next activity looks at classifying the different glacial features.

Weather worksheets to download

Weather vocabulary definitions.              Weather instruments.   

Earthquake worksheets to download

How do earthquakes occur.                   Earthquake vocabulary.   

UK worksheets

Japan worksheets

Canada worksheets

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Mountain worksheets

These worksheets are designed to be colourful and appealing to children. With a wide range of fun and interesting activities used, they help bring the studying and learning of Geography alive. These worksheets are free to download and print and use in geography lessons at school. They also come complete with a range of resources to help make learning Geography fun.

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Geography in the News

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If you are looking to encourage your students to read more widely, particularly about current affairs in geography download our Geography in the News research template . The template encourages students to review the sources of information they find using the CRAAP analysis and provides support in identifying synoptic links . We also have a series of guided  Geography in the News homework activities based on past new events that encourage wider reading around current affairs in geography.

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Synoptic Links

Asking Geographical Questions

Describing Location in Geography

Dual Coding

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Geography homework

‘Homework is a contentious issue in any school; some people are supporters, others have their doubts. What seems clear, however, is that if it is set with clear guidelines and a sense of purpose; if it is interesting and engaging; it has the potential to encourage enthusiasm and produce excellent quality work.’

Moira Duffy, 2013

Topics on this page:

What is good homework, how to make it meaningful, setting homework for your classes, reviewing your homework practice, flipped learning.

We are using the term ‘homework’, as described in the DfE Frameworks, for all ‘out-of-class work’ or ‘home learning’. Some schools use alternative terms.

The EEF (2020) noted:

The evidence shows that the impact of homework, on average, is five months’ additional progress. However, beneath this average there is a wide variation in potential impact, suggesting that how homework is set is likely to be very important.

Different schools have different approaches to homework. Most have a policy in terms of when and how much homework should be set. As a classroom teacher, you will not have control over this. However, you have considerable control over the  type  of homework set.

The most important thing is the quality of homework and not the quantity . Homework is an ideal opportunity to develop effective study habits in older students and to practice key knowledge and skills. Homework should be integrated with the teacher’s overall goals for what students will learn in a unit of work. Homework can be part of independent practice .

Criteria for good homework:

Homework should:

• develop students’ geographical knowledge and skills
• be related to the learning in the unit of work currently being studied
• be linked to in-class activity
• be challenging – but pupils should be able to complete it successfully
• be inclusive, so all students can gain from it
• have a clear purpose that students understand
• be engaging and manageable, i.e. students have access to the resources/support to complete it.

Students should receive feedback on homework. One way to do this, without a marking burden, is to review it at the start of the lesson.

Explore the variety of homework activities in your school.

• What do you think are good tasks?
• Meet a group of students and discuss with them their thoughts on homework and the types of tasks they find exciting and engaging and that help them to learn.
• Why do they set geography homework?
• How do they approach homework with their classes?
• How do they view homework – the ‘bane of their life’ or an opportunity?
• Do they use independent research tasks?
• Do they consider homework to be ‘home learning’?
• Are there different purposes with students of different ages?
• Do they mark homework? How do they make this manageable?

The diagram, which comes from  chapter 21  of the GA’s  Secondary Geography Handbook  (2006), outlines some of the reasons for setting homework in geography and some questions you should consider about each.

Think about  why  you are setting homework and make sure that you set homework that is valuable for students’ learning. The quality of homework and its relevance to the teaching is more important than the amount set. Consider how you can use homework to engage and motivate students to learn geography.

It is important that the learning that students do away from the classroom is fed back into your lessons. However, bear in mind that students from different backgrounds have different opportunities and experiences of doing schoolwork at home; for some disadvantaged students it can be difficult.

• Read Balderstone and Lambert (1999) and Duffy (2013).

There are many opportunities for setting rich and varied homework in geography. Some homework ideas are:

• Figure 1 Balderstone and Lambert (1999) lists several good examples that you could explore.
• The independent research tasks illustrated in Duffy (2013). The full task sheet is available in the online resources accompanying the article.
• Wall (2017) in  Teaching Geography , Summer 2017 p. 53 explains how his department uses homework to develop students’ enquiry skills and ability to work independently.
• Noyes (2019) p. 105 describes how her department uses homework projects for year 7 and 8 to develop the skills required for GCSE. A homework task is available as a download.
• Look at the PowerPoint from The GA Conference 2021  Adding mastery, breadth and depth to the curriculum through homework   by Jen Monk.

Homework should not be an ‘afterthought’ that is set for students just before the bell! Look at these further examples of how geography departments carefully planned how they would use homework. Harris (2017) suggests different imaginative ways of using homework.

• Example of a lesson plan  on crime for year 7 (Balderstone, 2006). The annotations show how the homework has been carefully planned and is integral to the lesson.
• Case Study on  Challenge  by Jen Monk in Enser (2019). Chapter 1 illustrates how one department tackled the provision of challenge in homework and supplementary work.
• Harris (2017) chapter 13 introduces the idea of  take-away homework  with a menu approach for students to select from. This uses tasks with different levels of challenge, and the teacher guides individual students in their selection. He also discusses the role of  flipped learning  (see below) to engage students to work independently and a more traditional approach to homework using  homework booklets .
• Why am I setting this homework? What is its purpose?
• What do I expect students to learn from it?
• Do students understand what is expected and why they are doing it?
• Is this the best way to achieve the intended outcomes?
• Am I setting homework that sets high expectations for geographical learning?

Do not overlook the evaluation of the effectiveness of the homework you set and its impact on students’ learning. Do this regularly as part of your overall lesson evaluations.

• Did it fulfil its purpose? Did all students complete it?
• Did I share the intended objectives for this homework with students? Did they fully understand them?
• Did I successfully adapt the task for the range of abilities in the class?
• How well did students respond to the task? Were my expectations met? Did they find the task engaging to complete?
• What learning gains were achieved?
• Did the tasks successfully extend or consolidate learning from the lesson?

Flipped learning is when the convention of classroom learning followed by homework is inverted. Students are introduced to the learning material in advance, and during lesson time they explore the topics that have been introduced in greater depth. The phrase came into general use in the early mid-2000s and is often related to the use of online resources. Students might watch video explanations of key concepts or techniques, or complete research activities.

This model of learning is more than just a different approach to homework. It is a student-centred approach with a strong focus on developing independent study. Class time is devoted to expanding on, and mastering, geographical content through collaborative learning activities, projects and discussions. In a flipped learning environment, students have more control to learn at their own pace.

For example, a typical flipped lesson might work like this in the context of a topic on ‘coasts’:

• Students are set a preparation homework in which they read a textbook explanation of coastal erosion processes and watch a video of forms of coastal management to combat erosion. They are asked to make notes.
• The lesson starts with students asking the teacher about anything they found confusing. They add these explanations to their notes in their own words.
• The teacher questions them about coastal erosion and coastal management techniques to check understanding and explaining finer details where necessary.
• The teacher introduces a case study of coastal erosion on the Yorkshire coast, which they discuss together as a class, and apply their new knowledge to the case study.
• Working in groups and using OS maps, students are set a problem-solving activity to recommend a coastal management scheme for this stretch of coast.
• The class debate the alternative proposals.
• Read Baston (2016).
• Read  Developing Independent Learners – Attempts at Flipped Learning .
• Read the article by Alcock, Fryer and Robinson (2023) which describes the use of Harkness discussions in A level lessons to increase student engagement and develop skills of evaluation and synopticity. This type of discussion usually focuses on a shared stimulus, for example an article, which students have studied in advance so is a good example of flipped learning.
• Discuss the flipped learning model with your mentor. Has he/she used this approach? Have any other teachers used this approach? Discuss the advantages and disadvantages as they see it.
• Consider some opportunities to put this into practice with one of your classes. Plan the flipped learning together with your mentor and invite them to observe one of your lessons and jointly evaluate the outcomes.
• Alcock, D., Fryer, L. and Robinons, H. (2023) ‘Active geographical learning using Harkness discussions’, Teaching Geography , Spring.
• Balderstone, D. (ed) (2006)  Secondary Geography Handbook . Sheffield: Geographical Association, chapter 21.
• Balderstone, D. and Lambert. D. (1999) ‘Sunday evening at the kitchen table’,  Teaching Geography , April.
• Baston, J. (2016) ‘A flipped learning model’,  Teaching Geography , Summer.
• Duffy, M. (2013) ‘Home learning: How can we make this more meaningful?’,  Teaching Geography , Summer.
• Enser, M. (2019)  Making Every Geography Lesson Count . Crown House, chapter 1.
• Harris, M. (2017)  Becoming an Outstanding Geography Teacher . Routledge, chapter 13.
• Noyes, H.F. (2019) ‘Making homework count’,  Teaching Geography , Autumn.
• Rogers, D. (2017)  100 ideas for Secondary Teachers: Outstanding Geography Lessons . Bloomsbury Education Idea 76.
• Education Endowment Foundation (2020)  Homework (secondary)  Teachers’ Toolkit.
• Ofcom (2022) Children and Parents: media use and attitude report 2022 .

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