Learning objective
- To plan a simple route on a map using compass points.
Success criteria
- I can zoom in and out
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National curriculum
Geography
Locational knowledge
Pupils should
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Cross-curricular links
Before the lesson
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Lesson plan
Recap and recall
Display the Presentation: Fact tennis and use the activity to recap learning from the previous lesson.
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Adaptive teaching
Pupils needing extra support:
Can write a simple set of instructions for their route using only the four compass points. May work as a small group supported by an adult to plan their route.
Pupils working at greater depth:
Should aim to use the eight points of the compass when writing their instructions.
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Assessing progress and understanding
Pupils with secure understanding indicated by: confidently using the zoom
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Vocabulary definitions
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comparing
To find the similarities and differences between two or more things.
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destination
The endpoint of a journey.
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In this unit
Assessment - Geography Y3: Who lives in Antarctica?
Lesson 1: What is climate?
Lesson 2: Where is Antarctica?
Lesson 3: Who lives in Antarctica?
Lesson 4: Who was Shackleton?
Lesson 5: Can we plan an expedition around school?
Lesson 6: How did our expedition go?
Optional sustainability lesson: How can we use plastic more sustainably? - Recycle
Optional sustainability lesson: How can we use plastic more sustainably? - Reuse
Optional sustainability lesson: How can we use plastic more sustainably? - Reduce
Maintained by: Kapow Primary team
Last update: 7th January, 2026
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