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Resource ID 105131

KS3 Geography

Geographical Skills and Fieldwork
Mapping Skills
"Geographical Park Sketch: Mapping Robin Hill Country Park!"
Key Stage ED Squirrel
Resource Title
"Geographical Park Sketch: Mapping Robin Hill Country Park!"
This resource is part of a collection with the following variants:

105131 - KS3 Low Ability [THIS DOCUMENT]

105132 - KS3 High Ability

Please be aware...

On 13/12/2021 we identified that this resource may be slightly outdated:

This resource uses a park map which is now out of date. Teachers can download a new map from the park website.

Précis

Following their visit to Robin Hill, students will produce a sketch map of Robin Hill, depending on the needs of the user. They will then compare a sketch map to an aerial photograph and transfer the features. As an extension activity, pupils will have to answer a range of questions, using scale.

Contextual Summary


This is a geography resource that engages students with their visit to Robin Hill Country Park. This resource enables students to practise their geographical mapping skills, and also requires them to use Maths (scale) and ICT skills to present their work. Students will be asked to produce a sketch map for an audience of their choice based on the Robin Hill Country Park map.

Key Skills Practised
  • Sketch mapping
  • Comparing and interpreting maps and aerial photographs
  • Using scale to calculate distance
  • This task will allow children to build on their knowledge of maps and apply and develop this knowledge routinely in the classroom
Learning Opportunities
On-Site

Students enjoy the park activities, being aware of the layout of the park and its geographical features

Post-Visit

Completion of the Geography resource/s linked to this document

Learning Outcomes

Students will demonstrate their understanding of maps (and their uses). They will demonstrate their skills of comparison (maps/photographs). Students will demonstrate their understanding of scale (and its application).

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