Investigating satellite photos of Australian landmarks - KS1/KS2

This resource is part of Exploring Australia, a Geography unit designed for students in upper KS1 and lower KS2 (Y2-Y4). All resources are compatible with both Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.

First the presentation introduces satellite photos. Students initially examine satellite photos of famous world landmarks before moving on to investigate several Australian sites.

The activities challenge students to use their geographical detective skills to identify Australian landmarks from satellite photos:

Matching Activity:
Students match 10 Australian landmarks to their satellite photos.

Writing Activity:
Easier - Students investigate satellite photos of 8 Australian landmarks (using a writing frame).
Harder - Students investigate satellite photos of 10 Australian landmarks (writing in books).

Extension - Students choose an Australian landmark they would like to visit and explain why.

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