Geography Curriculum Map

Geography Curriculum Map KS1 • Investigate the world’s continents and oceans. learning • Investigate the countries and capitals of the United Kingdom. intentionsGeography Curriculum Map • Compare and contrast a small area of the United Kingdom with that of a non-European country.

• Explore weather and climate in the United Kingdom and around the world.

• Use basic geographical vocabulary to refer to and describe key physical and human features of locations.

• Use world maps, atlases and globes.

• Use simple compass directions.

• Use aerial photographs.

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