This Geography scheme of work video introduces teachers to the extreme and fascinating continent of Antarctica, highlighting both its physical geography and limited human presence. The lesson equips pupils with knowledge of Antarctica’s polar climate, where temperatures are freezing, winds are fierce, and snowstorms are frequent.

Teachers are supported in delivering key concepts around climate, seasonal variation, human geography, and adaptation, enabling pupils to make comparisons between their own lives and life in one of Earth’s most remote regions.  The video also details life in research stations, how scientists survive using specialist clothing, receive limited supplies, and work based on weather conditions.

This video is part of Kapow Primary’s Place knowledge teacher videos, helping children explore the diversity of places and human activity across the globe.

See more of our Year 3 and Year 4 Geography scheme of work.

• Geography, Year 3, Who lives in Antarctica?, Lesson 2: Where is Antarctica?
• Geography, Year 3, Who lives in Antarctica?, Lesson 3: Who lives in Antarctica?
• Geography, Y3/4 (B), Who lives in Antarctica?, Y3/4 (B): Lesson 2: Where is Antarctica?
• Geography, Y3/4 (B), Who lives in Antarctica?, Y3/4 (B): Lesson 3: Who lives in Antarctica?