AQA GCSE Geography lesson for the 2016 specification Unit 1B: In this lesson we look at how rainforests can be managed sustainably at different levels. We start with a retrieval practice multiple-choice task based around the content already learned in the rainforest section of the unit. We establish the definition of sustainable management before then looking at management at the international level. Students explain and rate the three types of action. We then look at some of the problems associated at the government level, students explain why these are problems and offer some solutions. We then look at the local level. Students undertake some guided reading with questions for the text, the students then complete a worksheet that asks them to rate these actions according to several criteria. We then look at the typical features and characteristics of an ecotourist resort and finish with a 4-mark GCSE style question on ecotourism and there is some tips for students who need it on how to answer it. Hope this saves you some valuable planning time. https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/shop/markthegeographer

Rainforest Layers Worksheet Easy to use activity on rainforests and their main layers - emergent, canopy, understory, forest floor. The students can either colour in the main picture of the layers (page one), then cut along the dotted lines and write information under each flap or cut and stick the animal pictures (page two) and match them to the correct layer. Possible answers for the animals and layers matching included (page three). Thank you for your interest HoppyTimes

This lesson is part of Tropical Rainforests, a Geography unit designed for students in KS2, but can also be taught as a stand alone lesson. All resources are compatible with both Microsoft Office and Google Workspace. The presentation introduces students to tropical rainforests, including some of the flora and fauna that live in them. Students then learn about the Earth’s tropical belt and the location of the various rainforests within it. The activity challenges students to label features of a world map including the Equator, the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn. Students then locate 8 of the world’s tropical rainforests. Easier - Students use a prompt map and have activity clues. Harder - Students use a prompt map but have no activity clues. Extension - Students fill in the missing words in a paragraph about tropical rainforests. If you like this resource, we would appreciate a review! We will happily send you a free resource in return for a review or useful suggestions/feedback. Contact us at ed@teachitforward.co.uk.

This resource is part of Tropical Rainforests, a Geography unit designed for students in KS2, but can also be taught as a stand alone lesson. All resources are compatible with both Microsoft Office and Google Workspace. This lesson is a great introduction to the world’s largest rainforest, the Amazon. First, the presentation introduces students to the Amazon and its incredibly biodiverse flora and fauna. It then goes on to look at the geography of the Amazon in more detail, specifically its location within the continent of South America. The activity challenges students to identify a range of human and physical geographical features within South America, including the nine countries in which the Amazon rainforest is located. In follow up extension activities, students identify the capitals of those countries and then complete a cloze-procedure paragraph about the Amazon. If you like this resource, we would appreciate a review! We will happily send you a free resource in return for a review or useful suggestions/feedback. Contact us at ed@teachitforward.co.uk.

Learning Objective Pupils will draw and label a cross‑section of the rainforest, identifying the four layers, their climates, and animals found in each. Lesson Flow Stage Focus Activity / Outcome Starter Recap rainforest location and climate Discuss where rainforests are found and why they’re hot and wet. Teaching Input Introduce the four layers Show diagram and explain each layer’s features and animals. Main Task Pupils draw a cross‑section (side view) Divide page into four sections, label layers, add animals and climate notes. Extension Add detail about climate zones Pupils describe how temperature and light change through layers. Plenary Review learning Pupils share drawings and explain one animal’s adaptation. Expected Outcome A labelled, coloured cross‑section diagram showing: Emergent Layer – hot, windy, birds and butterflies Canopy – lots of animals, monkeys and parrots Understory – dark, damp, jaguars and frogs Forest Floor – dark, humid, insects and small mammals

This is a completed lesson on plant and animal adaptations in the tropical rainforest. This can be taught as 1 lesson or 2. The lesson is suitable for KS3 and KS4. It is part of the AQA GCSE geography syllabus. The lesson covers: Do Now - interpret a climate graph Think Pair Share - how have these plants adapted to the TRF Match up - match the name of the adaption to the picture to the description 4 mark exam question on plant adaptations Think Pair Share - how have these animals adapted to the TRF Annotate pictures of sloth and black caiman 4 mark exam question on animal adaptations Plenary retrieval grid

A clear, adaptable lesson exploring deforestation in the Amazon. This resource introduces students to the causes, consequences, and stakeholder views linked to rainforest clearance. It includes a simple, editable PowerPoint, a worksheet with activities like bar chart analysis and a role play, plus a hexagon task for visual thinking. Perfect for geography, it links well to topics on biomes, the tropical rainforest, or global environmental issues.

Pinpoint where the main rainforests are in the world with this colourful map. Explore the wonders of the world’s rainforests with our Rainforests of the World Map Pack. Featuring maps and educational resources, this pack is perfect for teaching about the importance and diversity of rainforests. Educate and inspire with this essential tool for any classroom or nature enthusiast.

This two-week unit of English work, based on the book ‘The Great Kapok Tree’, works well alongside topics about rainforests, sustainability and Mayans. It can also be used as a standalone English unit. The resources are designed for Year 3 and Year 4. The ten lessons in this unit use drama, discussion and creative activities to help pupils to engage imaginatively with the text. Pupils will become familiar with the structure of dilemma stories and then write and edit their own dilemma stories based on The Great Kapok Tree. There is also a grammar focus on using direct speech and plenty of activities designed to develop vocabulary. The English objectives covered in this unit are: - To retrieve information from non-fiction - To design a ‘great tree’ setting - To explore the structure of dilemma stories - To punctuate direct speech correctly - To use a range of speech verbs - To use adverbs in dialogue (higher group) - To identify persuasive devices - To use a dictionary to find definitions - To write a persuasive letter - To prepare a group performance - To plan a dilemma story - To write my own dilemma story - To edit and evaluate my writing - To use a thesaurus The PDF file contains 10 lesson plans and accompanying pupil resources.

This interesting and highly-stimulating lesson enables students to describe and understand the key physical geography features of The Congo Rainforest. Whilst gaining a wide range of knowledge about the biome, key facts, climate, plants and animals of area, students also become familiar with a wide range of vocabulary pertinent to the KS2 geography curriculum. The lesson follows a clear, logical, bite-size learning journey, which guides students towards relevant and constructive learning objectives. Over the course of this journey, they become able to: -Remember key facts about the African continent to contextualise their learning; -Learn where the Congo rainforest is, and understand why this biome exists here; -Learn key facts about the area, rivers, animals and plants of the Congo; -Remembering further facts through watching an interesting video on the Congo, and then answering comprehension questions; -Self-assess their progress using the learning objectives. The lesson benefits from access to atlases and/or web-searching devices for the final task. This lesson resource is made up of a visually engaging whole-lesson PowerPoint presentation (15 slides) The resources within this lesson can be easily adapted to suit home/remote learning.

Title: Why are rainforests important? SUCCESS CRITERIA: I can… Identify… Describe… Explain/Evaluate …. …the goods and services that tropical rainforests provide. Includes key words, categorization task, extended writing (with peer assessment), with a differentiated option for lower ability students.

This lesson teaches children some facts about the rainforest.

Two worksheets (1)Nutrient, Water cycle, Climate; 2)Characteristics of Rainforests). Both have a differentiated version to aid lower attainers. Students complete a variety of boxes to give them an overview of TRF systems. Suitable for GCSE Geography (9-1). Accompanying powerpoint outlines the key information needed to complete the worksheets.

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Full unit of work for tropical rainforests. All lesson are suitable for 50 minutes to 1 hour of teaching time. Includes supporting worksheets for lessons - no additional resources are required. All lessons have a starter and lesson objectives. All PowerPoints in the same signature style. Lesson sequence: 1 - Rainforest introduction 2 - Exploring the wilderness 3 - Layers of the rainforest 4 - Life in the rainforest 5 - Climate of the Amazon 6 - Deforestation 7 - What does deforestation contribute to climate change? 8 - Deforestation mystery 9 - Can we save the rainforests? 10 - ICT research project 11 - Student presentations 12 - Produce from the rainforest 13 - Sustainability 14 - Sustainable tourism 15 - How to survive in the rainforest 16 - End of unit test Also includes Geography Literacy mat and Geography Numeracy/Map Skills mat.

Two fully differentiated lessons covering how tropical rainforests are used and their main threats. PLEASE NOTE: this is part of a set of 11-12 lessons. The full set can be purchased at a discounted bundle rate here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/ecosystems-set-of-11-12-lessons-11306358 Used with a mixed-ability Year 9 class, but can easily be adapted to fit other ages and abilities. Every lesson has been fully differentiated - usually to at least 3 levels and all resources have been included. Challenge activities (in pink bubbles) have also been included in each lesson, as well as an assessment sheet. Please rate my resources! Thank you and I hope your students enjoy these lessons as much as mine did :)

Key question: What is the structure of the Rainforest like? Learning Objectives: **By the end of the lesson I will be able to… ** Identify different layers of the Rainforest Describe characteristics of each layer of the Rainforest Evaluate how the layers of the rainforest depend on each other for survival Evaluate how well my team worked together **The Big Picture: ** We are learning this because we need to appreciate how fragile the Rainforest Ecosystem is and why it is important to protect it in order to maintain the Earths biodiversity. This lesson comes with 3x quality downloadable resources including: * A full lesson PPT with a range of engaging tasks in A detailed full Lesson Plan for teachers A scaffolded writing template to support students with their written answers Enjoy!

Display lettering and posters for rainforest as well as writing frames for children to make their own booklet about the rainforest. Original writing frames made in publisher - I have added these so they can be edited to suit your class.

3 worksheets; one looking at the environments, one looking at two animals from the environment and another looking at the Human Impact on the environment.