LKS2 Topic: the Rainforests Block A: Introducing the Rainforests

LKS2 Topic: The Rainforests Block A: Introducing The Rainforests

Discover key information about world rainforests. Learn through a range of challenges such as creating a Senses Journey, completing a rainforest word definition game, generating a question and answer display and making a 3D map of a rainforest. Research a report using the internet and finally present a David Attenborough style rainforest documentary.

Block A: Introduction to the Rainforests
[3 sessions] / Main outcome of topic: Geography
Other outcomes: English,Science, DTand Computing
By the end of this block you will have achieved the following outcomes: /

To locate vegetation belts around the world.
To identify the position and significance of latitude, longitude, Equator.
To use maps, atlases, globes and digital/computer mapping to locate countries and describe features studied.
Use search technologies for locating information.
To discuss and clarify the meanings of words, linking new meanings to known vocabulary.
To skim and scan non-fiction non-chronological report writing for relevant features;
To participate in role-play.
To generate, develop, model and communicate their ideas through discussion, annotated sketches and pattern pieces.
To select from and use a wider range of tools and equipment to perform practical tasks.

Session 1
Geography,English,and Computing
What is a Rainforest?
Start to learn the key information about rainforests through a Senses Journey and a word definition game; create a class rainforest question and answer display board. / Children will

Gain geographical knowledge and vocabulary linked to rainforests.
Use a dictionary effectively.
Search the internet for relevant information.

Session 2
Geographyand DT,
Wherein the world and why are they there?
Develop your geographical knowledge of the rainforests, especially their location in the world; create a physical map using salt dough to demonstrate your learning. / Children will:

Develop geographical knowledge and vocabulary linked to rainforests.
Locate main world tropical rainforest regions.
Create a relief map showing world rainforests.

Session 3
Geography, Computingand English
David Attenborough visits our school!
Search for information about world rainforests; capture your knowledge in a non-chronological report and then create a documentary in the style of ‘David Attenborough’. / Children will:

Develop geographical knowledge and vocabulary linked to rainforests.
Investigate main world tropical rainforest regions.

Write a non-chronological report on a rainforest.
Go into role as a TV presenter to give a presentation.

Resources

Session 1

Provided: What is a rainforest presentation; Senses Journey; Vocabulary Matching Game.

You will need: Post-It Notes; Computers/ Tablets.

Session 2

Provided: Rainforest presentation; Salt dough recipe; Salt dough map resource.

You will need: Large globe; Atlases; Flour; Salt; Tap water; Base boards; Clay tools; Paint; Cocktail sticks; Paper flags.

Session 3

Provided: Tips for non-chronological reports; Writing frame; Question guidance.

You will need: Atlases; Non-fiction books on the rainforests; Flip cameras or other video equipment; Tablets/computers for research.

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