This differentiated geography lesson focuses on what can be learnt about rivers from studying the River Trent. These skills are then applied in studying a local river.
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- an editable lesson presentation
- editable differentiated activities (lower, middle and higher ability)
- an editable challenge activity
- an editable lesson plan

National curriculum objectives:
Geography: Year 5
Pupils should be taught to name and locate geographical regions and their identifying physical characteristics and key topographical features including rivers.
Pupils should be taught to describe and understand key aspects of physical geography, including rivers.
Pupils should be taught to use fieldwork to observe, measure, record and present the physical features in the local area.

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