Discover an exciting journey through the world of mountains with this comprehensive Mountains Curriculum Pack!

Designed to meet a wide range of Geography National Curriculum requirements, this pack is suitable for KS1 and KS2 students. It’s packed with engaging resources that cover essential topics such as geographical vocabulary, physical and human features, locational knowledge, maps, and mapping skills. Students will explore how mountains are formed, how they affect the environment and the important role they play in our world.

Mountains Curriculum Pack Includes:

Mountains Poster (100cm x 70cm) – This large, vibrant poster features stunning images of mountain ranges, showcasing different types of mountains and key features such as peaks, valleys, and ridges. It’s a fantastic visual aid to bring the world of mountains into the classroom and help students grasp the concepts of mountain formation.

A2 Mountains Word Cloud – A creative word cloud filled with important terms related to mountains and their features. This visual tool helps students learn and understand key vocabulary such as “plateau,” “ridge,” and “alpine,” and provides a fun way to engage with mountain-related language.

1 x A3 Tectonic Plate Map – Dive deep into the Earth's structure with this detailed map of tectonic plates. It helps students understand the movement of tectonic plates and their role in mountain formation, as well as how they are connected to earthquakes and volcanic activity.

A3 Photocopiable Keywords Leaflet – A handy resource for reinforcing key geographical vocabulary related to mountains. This photocopiable leaflet includes terms such as “erosion,” “fault lines,” and “subduction,” ensuring students build a strong foundation of relevant terminology to use in their lessons.

A3 Photocopiable Labelling Activity – This interactive activity challenges students to label parts of a mountain, including features like peaks, ridges, and valleys. It’s a fun, hands-on way to test knowledge and deepen understanding of mountain formations and their characteristics.

8 x A4 Rivers Photocards and Teacher’s Notes – Although focused on rivers, these photocards offer valuable insights into how rivers and mountains interact with one another. Featuring images of rivers running through mountains, the cards help students understand the connection between these two important landforms, accompanied by teacher’s notes to guide classroom discussions.

4 x A4 Geographical Features Formation Photocards – These photocards cover the formation of various geographical features, including mountains, valleys, and plateaus. Students will learn how different landforms come into being and how they influence the surrounding environment.

This Mountains Curriculum Pack is designed to make learning about mountains both engaging and educational. Through a mix of visual aids, hands-on activities and informative resources, students will gain a deeper understanding of mountain landscapes, their formation, and the geographical forces at play. Perfect for enriching both classroom lessons and independent study, this pack offers a fun and interactive approach to mastering physical geography.