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I'm a teacher and the Author of the Amazon e-book;' Time Smart Teaching' and my mission is to create Geography resources to help teachers save time and reduce their workload. I am sharing additional time saving tips for teachers on my YOUTUBE channel ' Time Smart Teaching' if you fancy dropping by!

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I'm a teacher and the Author of the Amazon e-book;' Time Smart Teaching' and my mission is to create Geography resources to help teachers save time and reduce their workload. I am sharing additional time saving tips for teachers on my YOUTUBE channel ' Time Smart Teaching' if you fancy dropping by!
Global energy supplies revision activity
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Global energy supplies revision activity

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Most countries devise their electricity generation mean through a mix of fossil fuels and renewable energy resources. This A3 revision poster gets students analysing energy mix trends from pie charts located onto the world map. The original map is available as a free download from the EDF energy website; edfenergy.com/energy/education however a large copy is made available on the second slide of the powerpoint. Students answer prompt questions onto the A3 sheet around a copy of the pie-chart map, such as ’ describe the UK’s energy mix’ and also ’ compare the energy mix between the USA and Brazil.’ There are questions designed to make student connect more broadly to the topic ’ Challenge of Resource Management. The energy mix section on this topic is core contact, therefore important for all students to understand. These would make ideal classroom displays or as independent revision work in the lead up to examinations. This worksheet is designed for middle to higher ability students but could be easily adapted for lower abilities with a few prompts/ sentence starters here and there.
Geography GCSE how does geology effect coastal erosion
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Geography GCSE how does geology effect coastal erosion

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The geology of a coastline will have an impact on how quickly it retreats backwards due to the erosion processes off hydraulic action and abrasion. This lesson considers how the aspect, rock type, layers and existing sea defenses all contribute to different rates of erosion. The meanings of the terms lithology, concordant and discordant coastlines are apparent throughout the lesson. This lesson was designed initially for an interview, and worked really well for a 50 minute lesson duration. starter: Students examine the picture and discuss what is happening to the houses and why. They then compare two coastlines; Durdle Door and Swanage Bay, and predict which one they think will retreat the quickest, with the aid of maps. Main - students annotate their images/ maps with information about the geology of each coastline, from either the teacher talk or print-outs from the slides. they can be encouraged to do their own research also at this point. Then they attempt a 4 mark exam question designed to test their understanding of the geology and how it influences coastal erosion. plenary- a gap fill exercise on an image to test students recall on the main factors discussed in the lesson.
national story telling week geography map skills story
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national story telling week geography map skills story

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Combining creativity and map skills where students need to read the map to fill out gaps in a story. The story will test students understanding on map symbols, grid references,direction, scale and distance, and there are extension questions which require critical thinking around the map for the most able students. Answers included! You could even ask your students to write their own map skills story too based on a map of their choice to embrace national story telling week.
Geography River Long Profile OS map Hunt
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Geography River Long Profile OS map Hunt

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A River long profile shows the changes to the river channel, valley and land use as it travels downstream. All GCSE Exam boards require in depth knowlege of the river long profile and require students to demonstrate proficient map skills. This worksheet based activity combines both knowlege and skills effectively and engages student with maps! Teaching River profiles no longer has to be dull and dry. I created this resource for year 9 in their first GCSE year and wanted to engage them in their learning. This activity works well in small groups huddled round and OS map- all the maps can be different, that’s the beauty of the questions, they are left open-ended. Hints and help are given on the worksheet and an OS water map symbols guide is included for reference. There are a variety of challenging extention activities for the more able. It could be the perfect task to do in association with a river based fieldwork trip, to familiarise students with their chosen river location and drainage basin.
GIS air pollution UK investigation
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GIS air pollution UK investigation

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This is a stand-alone activity using De Bono’s thinking skills/ hats to analysis a GIS image of air pollution levels accorss the uk. There is a link to the met office website to help complete the task, and an extension activity for the more able. The questions are colour-coded into the 6 hats, however you don’t need any prior knowlege on these to utilize the resource. Originally written for our year 9 GIS scheme of work.
Btec Travel & Touirism: Explaining Time Zones
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Btec Travel & Touirism: Explaining Time Zones

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This Powerpoint lesson describes what time zones are, and explains how travellers are effected as they travel East or West ( Jetlag, DVT. There are activities where students have to calculate time zone differences and questions to check their understanding in conjunction with the official Btec Travel and Tourism Textbook. This lesson is ideal to accompany the coursework element at Pass and Merit level.
travel and tourism unit 1 consumer technology and online booking systems
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travel and tourism unit 1 consumer technology and online booking systems

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This lesson is part of the examination assessed unit 1 2013 onwards specification. It covers the role of consumer technologies ; multimedia and online booking systems and their advantages and disadvantages for consumers and businesses. There is so very little out there on this that I hope someone else may benefit from my hours of preparation!
Manchester key events timeline homework
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Manchester key events timeline homework

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Made for a year 7 Manchester SOW, this promoted numeracy, literacy and independant research skills. Student pick 10 key historical events that shaped Manchester and present them in a timeline format. Help given to ensure students draw accurate and appropiate scales for their work. Can easily be adapted for another named city.
Urban fieldwork A3 knowlege organiser
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Urban fieldwork A3 knowlege organiser

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A versatile and very popular A3 knowelge organiser based on all aspects of enquiry for the human fieldwork element of the AQA specification A curriculum. This is designed on the investigation of the regeneration process in Salford Quays. Completed model-copies can be displayed as a learning tool poster within the classroom. It’s a great way to summarise all their revision in one place.
human and physical fieldwork comparison grid
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human and physical fieldwork comparison grid

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This is a table designed to compare all major aspects of your chosen human/ physical fieldwork for GCSE Geography. Written specifically for AQA specification and filled in with examples from Urban regeneration and a coastal long-shore drift investigation, it can easily be adapted to suit your needs. Great revision tool for the paper 3 examination.
MFL Marking Feedback stickers
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MFL Marking Feedback stickers

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This excel spreadsheet system allows customization of marking or assessment feedback onto a word document, which can be printed out onto stickers and placed onto student books. The examples given can be used and customized for any year group. The focus is on key vocab and the English to Spanish translation. This resource and framework can be adapted to other languages or subjects.
Blitz Teacher Burnout - challenge journal
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Blitz Teacher Burnout - challenge journal

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Wave ‘goodbye’ to 60 hour work weeks with the 14-Day Teacher Well-being Challenge Journal! In the demanding world of education, prioritizing your well-being is not just a luxury—it’s a necessity. Introducing our exclusive 14-Day Teacher Well-being Challenge Journal, a transformative tool designed to empower educators like you to cultivate resilience, reduce stress, and make self-care a non-negotiable part of your daily routine. This journal is designed specifically to support my FREE online video 14 day challenge ‘Blitz Teacher Burnout’ which you can access instantly at my youtube channel ‘Time Smart Teaching’ (link below) What’s Inside: 14 Days of Well-being Activities: Each day, embark on a guided journey with thoughtfully crafted well-being activities. From mindfulness exercises to gratitude practices, these activities are tailored to fit seamlessly into your busy schedule as a secondary school teacher. Reflective Journaling: Unleash the power of self-reflection with our guided journaling prompts. Capture your thoughts, track your progress, and set meaningful boundaries between school and home life to have enhance personal wellbeing as an educator. Bonus Digital Gift: As a token of celebration for completing the challenge, receive an exclusive digital gift packed with resources, affirmations, and tools to sustain your well-being momentum. Access Anytime, Anywhere: The challenge is delivered digitally, giving you the flexibility to engage with the activities at your own pace, whether at home, in the classroom, or on the go. Benefits You’ll Experience: Increased Resilience: Navigate the challenges of teaching with newfound resilience. The 14-day challenge is designed to empower you to bounce back from stress and setbacks. Stress Reduction: Embrace stress reduction techniques that fit seamlessly into your routine. Experience a calmer, more centered approach to your teaching and daily life. *Established Well-being Habits: Form lasting well-being habits that extend beyond the 14 days. Our activities are crafted to help you integrate self-care into your daily and weekly routines. To watch the accompanying videos for the challenge, then head to http://tinyurl.com/timesmartteaching
Geography Trans Siberian Express - Russia, map skills, creative writing ks3
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Geography Trans Siberian Express - Russia, map skills, creative writing ks3

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Creative Travel Writing Adventure - Exploring Siberia on the Trans-Siberian Railway Description: Embark on an imaginative journey across the vast and enchanting landscapes of Siberia, Russia, as students dive into our captivating lesson, a part of our ‘Pole to Pole’ unit. Tailored for year 7 and adaptable for other KS3 classes, this lesson invites students to unleash their creativity through travel writing on the renowned Trans-Siberian Railway. Key Features: Geographical Exploration: Delve into the cold and sparsely populated region of Siberia, showcasing its breathtaking beauty and important landmarks such as the iconic River Ob and the stunning Lake Baikal. Map Integration: Students utilize maps to anchor their writing, seamlessly incorporating geographical features into their narratives. Differentiation: Abundant writing frames and resources cater to diverse abilities, ensuring an inclusive and enriching experience for all students. Literacy Skills Focus: Elevate literacy skills as students are encouraged to write in a compelling travel-journalism style, transporting readers on an imaginary adventure through Siberia. Why Choose This Resource? Immersive Learning: Engage students in a hands-on exploration of geography and creative writing, fostering a deep connection to the subject matter. Differentiated Approach: Cater to various learning styles and abilities with tailored resources, making the lesson accessible and enjoyable for every student. Cross-Curricular Integration: Seamlessly integrate geography and language arts, promoting a holistic approach to learning. Ideal for: Geography teachers seeking an interdisciplinary lesson plan. Educators focusing on creative writing skills development. Elevate your geography class with this exciting lesson. Download now and guide your students on a captivating journey through Siberia’s wonders!
Benefits and problems of living near volcanoes
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Benefits and problems of living near volcanoes

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A consice text outlining the major positives and negatives of living with volcanoes. This resource has been brought to you by the author of the Amazon Kindle ebook ’ Time Smart Teaching: 8 Insider Tips to reduce your workload that Schools don’t tell you!. 100% free for Amazon Unlimited subscribers and available to download at the following link; https://www.amazon.co.uk/Time-Smart-Teaching-Insider-Workload-ebook/dp/B082ZBLFQQ/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=time+smart+teaching&qid=1577972903&s=digital-text&sr=1-1 The introductory chapters are FREE to read on my tes shop page.
GCSE Geography paper 1 physical vocab literacy mat
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GCSE Geography paper 1 physical vocab literacy mat

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This learning mat helps pupils select and use an appropiate range of subject specifica Geography vocabulary and use it when answering exam questions with the command word ’ describe’ in it. The mat should be printed in A3 or A4 format and laminated for repeated use, or stuck into pupil books for ease of access. It may also be used for lower ability student whilst doing their mock examinations or assessments to offer limited help to build confidence in their exam teachnique. The mat shows a range of commonly used subject specific vocab for a range of topics and places that fall under the Physical geography requirements of the paper 1 AQA GCSE exam syllabus. There is a FREE matching vocab mat that covers human paper 2 topics, including fieldwork. This resource has been made freely avaialble by the author of the highly rated ebook ’ Time Smart Teaching’ ; 8 Insider tips to Reduce Teacher Workload that Schools Don’t tell you! Available exclusively as an ebook and paperback on Amazon kindle. 100% Free for Amazon unlimited subscribers. Available at; https://www.amazon.co.uk/Time-Smart-Teaching-Insider-Workload-ebook/dp/B082ZBLFQQ
Measuring earthquake intensity
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Measuring earthquake intensity

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Mercalli scale, Richter scale, Super volcano Full lesson with a starter recapping on how super volcanoes form (close passage/ gap fill) then moves on to look at how earthquakes are measured. A practical task on classifying earthqake damage by analysing video footage from youtube is included.
Annotating photographs in Geography home learning
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Annotating photographs in Geography home learning

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This worksheet guides students through annotating photographs in order to answer exam questions. In the GCSE geography examinations, students are often asked questions worth 3 or 4 marks which require precise labeling on maps or photographs. It is an easy way to pick up marks in the exam once you have mastered this skill. There are web links above each photograph to guide students to relevant learning sites or videos to help them answer the question set. The questions asked range from Tropical Rainforests, hot deserts, to Tourism and natural hazards.
Resource Management; food, water, energy
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Resource Management; food, water, energy

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A collection of lessons, activities and revision knowledge organisers linked to the AQA GCSE Geography topic ’ of resource management '. Includes the following; A3 Revision poster on energy that students need to fill-out using infographics. Past paper questions for revision/ intervention/ assessment Case study on increasing water supplies Factors effecting food supplies and how they can be improved in Jakarta and Ghana.
Fieldwork Paper 3 vocabulary revision
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Fieldwork Paper 3 vocabulary revision

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This odd-one out grid tests the understanding of student’s vocabulary/ keywords for the paper 3 fieldwork and issue evaluation section of the GCSE examination specification for AQA curriculum. There are a full set of answers to explain which one does not fit the pattern- so students can self-assess (AFL) their knowledge. It’s makes them think about the connections between different concepts and ideas, and therefore helps to develop important synoptic links. There is also my Top-Tip’s for students on preparing them for their paper 3 exam, which may be useful. This worksheet task would make an ideal lesson starter, or revision intervention activity. Ideally, you should print out the slide, and ask students to circle and annotate the decisions with a brief explanation, so it can be stuck into their books for future reference.
Tropical Storms 4 in a Row
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Tropical Storms 4 in a Row

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Tropical storms form over warm seas close to the equator. Their large size brings many wide-ranging impacts to coastal areas. Students studying the AQA spec A course must have a detailed knowlege and understanding on the formation of tropical storms, and be able to recall key information from a real named storm example. This 4-in a row revision game lets students take charge of their learning. It can be played in pairs or teams of 4, and be done with or without book notes. Keep revision fun! This game could also be played over their phones/ laptops via facetime and live video calls if needed.