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S1 Learning Intentions

Learning Intentions

  1. List the key points that all maps should show
  2. Understand the differences between 'physical maps' and 'political maps'
  3. Identify compass direction on a map
  4. Draw and label important OS map symbols
  5. Use map scale to measure distances
  6. Use grid references to find places
  7. Describe and explain 5 different weather instruments
  8. Select the best site for a weather station
  9. Interpret weather forecast information
  10. Choose the best site to build a settlement
  11. List the good and bad points about living in a city
  12. Understand the words 'exports' and 'imports'
  13. Choose the best method of transport for different journeys

Success Criteria

  1. Successfully complete the worksheets
  2. Use the website 'Mapzone' to complete relevant exercises
  3. Use a given OS map to complete questions on direction,scale and symbols.
  4. Draw and label a diagram of a given weather instrument
  5. Write a weather forecast and present it to the class
  6. Decide on a good site to build a settlement - explain to a partner why you selected the site
  7. Complete and pass the test.