Year 7 Geography
READING TASKS
Horrible Geography Series
- Bloomin' Rainforests (2001)
- Raging Rivers (2000)
- Earth Shattering Earthquakes (Nov 2000)
- Cracking Coasts (May 2006)
- Stormy Weather
Horrible Geography is a series of non-fiction books written. It is a spin-off from the Horrible Histories series, and is designed to get students interested in geography.
Climate Emergency Atlas
Climate Emergency Atlas by Dorling Kindersley
Our house is on fire--it's time to wake up to the climate crisis facing planet Earth before it's too late. This unique graphic atlas tells you everything you need to know about climate change and what we can do to turn things around. Packed with facts and figures and more than 30 dynamic maps, Climate Emergency Atlas is clear and easy to understand, making it the perfect reference guide for all young climate activists.
This Book is not Rubbish
This Book is not Rubbish by Isobel Thomas
Discover how YOU can ditch plastic, reduce rubbish and become an eco-warrior, not an eco-worrier, with 50 practical tips to really make a difference! Our planet is in peril and it needs your help! But the good news is that there are loads of easy ways that you can make a difference.
WRITING TASKS
History of Maps
Write an A4 summary of the use of, and importance of maps throughout history, in the UK and for the purpose of global exploration. Try to explain the impact of mapping on the modern world (if you can!)
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History of Biggleswade
Write a chronology of the history of Biggleswade, and a summary of how its past has shaped the character of the city today.
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Deforestation & our Future
Write an argument about why it is important to manage deforestation in the future. What is at stake? How might it be achieved? Link it to the key geographical concept of sustainability.
Flooding in the UK
Write a report on a major UK flood event from the last ten years. What were the causes, impacts and responses? Was climate change a factor?
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China- Energy Consumption
Write a summary of how China's energy consumption is changing over time. Try to focus on the causes of these changes as well.
LISTENING TASKS
Get OutSide - Podcast
Listen to the Ordnance Survey's GetOutside Podcast exploring the importance of the outdoors for mental health, wellbeing and understanding nature. This includes further inspiration for using OS maps as a tool for exploration.
Saving Rainforests - Podcast
Listen to the BBC Sounds Podcast 'Saving Borneo's Rainforests' to enhance your understanding of the issue of illegal logging.
Flooding - Podcast
Listen to the BBC Sounds Podcast 'Flooding Britain' to enhance your knowledge of flood events in the UK.
China - Podcast
Listen to a Podcast on 'Changing China' to enhance your understanding of China's shifting economic structure.
WATCHING TASKS
BBC Series on Maps
Watch the BBC series 'Maps: Power, Plunder and Possession' (3 episodes) to gain an understanding of the use of maps and geography throughout history, and their somewhat sinister past.
BBC Programme on Rivers
Watch the BBC 'Wild UK' episode 1 on rivers to gain an insight into the power of the UK's rivers, and their diversity.
RESEARCH TASKS
Origins of the OS Map
Research the origins of the OS Map, and why it has been such an important system of mapping for the UK.
Biggleswade
Research more about the history of Biggleswade to understand how the identity of the place and its people, and the character of the city, has been shaped by its past.
Rainforests
Research the threats to the rainforests of Papua New Guinea. Are they similar in nature to the ones you have studied in class?
Floods - Kerala
Research the Kerala Floods, India. What are the social, economic and environmental impacts.
Sustainable China
Research how China is being more sustainable. Why would it be significant to reduce meat consumption in China?
TRIPS AND VISITS
Stanford Bookshop
Visit the famous Stanford's bookshop in Central London - it is a long-established bookshop with a boundless selection of local and global maps plus travel writing and guidebooks.
Natural History Museum
Visit the Natural History Museum, and perhaps visit the Wildlife Photographer of the Year Exhibition. This would provide a great insight into the interrelationships between the human and physical worlds.
CREATIVE TASKS
Create a Map
Create a topographic map using the links provided. Bring it in to show your teacher.
Create a Mental Map
Create a 'Mental Map' of your local place. Create a bird's-eye view perspective and annotate with places have great meaning to you (why are they important?).
Ecosystem
Design and create an 'Ecosystem in a Shoebox' for a tropical rainforest. Bring it in to show your teacher. Include features of the rainforest and species of plant and animals adapted to this environment.
3D Water Cycle
Create a 3D water cycle using the following video tutorial. Bring in your completed water cycle model to show your teacher.
Poster Challenge
Produce a A3 case study poster outlining all you have learnt about the geography of China in this place study unit.