In this Geography video, the children hear the final part of an interview with Mike Leach, a field geographer and wildlife expert, as he reflects on his experiences exploring different environments and shares advice for young learners interested in geography.

Mike talks about why he loves being outdoors, how geography helps him understand various habitats and how his work supports animal conservation. He encourages the children to stay curious, look closely at their surroundings and questionning like a geographer. The video shows that geography is not just about maps and facts; it is about caring for our planet and learning how people, places and nature are all connected. Mike’s journey demonstrates that anyone can become a geographer by observing, investigating and being passionate about the environment.

This video is part of Kapow Primary’s Geography in Action pupil videos, supporting the children in developing curiosity about the world and understanding how geography is applied in everyday life.

See more of our Geography videos.

• Geography, Year 2. Would you prefer to live in a hot or cold place?, Year 2 Geography Lesson: Coldest Places on Earth.
• Geography, Year 4, Where does our food come from?, Lesson 6: Is it better to buy local or imported food?
• Geography, Year 4, Why are rainforests important to us?, Lesson 2: What is the Amazon rainforest like?
• Geography, Year 4, Why are rainforests important to us?, Lesson 6: How is our local woodland used?: Findings
• Geography, Year 5, What is life like in the Alps?, Lesson 3: Why do people visit the Alps?
• Geography, Year 5, Why do oceans matter?, Lesson 3: Why are our oceans suffering?
• Geography, Year 6, Where does our energy come from?, Lesson 5: What is the best way to generate energy?