AQA GCSE Geography lesson for the new specification Unit 1A: In this lesson we look at what extreme weather is, what type of extreme weather the UK experiences and whether the UK may experience more in the future.
The lesson has a retrieval practice starter where the pupils choose the places or the circumstances where tropical storms can be found. We then look at the definition of extreme weather. The students complete a map exercise which helps to explain why the UK’s geographical location allows a variety of extreme weather to be experienced. The students then complete a spider diagram on the types of extreme weather, there are some video clips and information slides to help with this which could be a carousel activity. We then complete a map exercise where the students use an atlas to locate where the extreme weather impacted and evaluate how severe the weather event was. We finish with a GCSE-style practice question with some guidance and structure provided for the students.
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7 fully resourced lessons suitable for KS3 Geography. A wide range of activities included e.g. crosswords, odd one out tasks, exam questions, worksheets etc. Main activities are differentiated.
Lessons include:
What is weather and climate?
How do we measure weather?
How can weather data be presented?
What are clouds and why does it rain?
What are depressions and anticyclones?
What is the climate of the UK?
How does climate vary across the world?
Complete Weather Hazards sequence of lessons for Unit 1, Section A of the AQA GCSE. Cyclone Idai is the case study tropical storm and Somerset Levels is the example of extreme weather in the UK.
The lessons included are detailed below.
Global Atmospheric Circulation
The Global Distribution of Tropical Storms
The Formation of Tropical Storms
Climate Change and Tropical Storms
Cyclone Idai: A Tropical storm
Reducing the Effects of Tropical Storms
Extreme Weather In The UK
The Somerset Levels Floods: 2014
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AQA GCSE Geography lesson for the new specification Unit 1C: In this lesson we look at the different types of weathering and mass movement.
We start with a true or false retrieval practice quiz on wave types from the previous lesson.
We then introduce the concept of weathering and proceed to look at mechanical, biological and chemical weathering. The pupils have a variety of annotation, drawing and question tasks to complete on the worksheet.
Moving on to mass movement, the pupils get a second worksheet with 4 different slopes on. The pupils then are given information on each type of mass movement. They sketch the type of mass movement onto their slope and add labels. We finish with a simple GCSE-style question which I get the pupils to answer on a post-it note.
In a nutshell lesson includes:
True or False starter on wave types
Weathering activity sheet with diagrams and questions.
Mass movement ‘change the slope’ activity sheet.
Video clips where appropriate
GCSE-style question plenary
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A full and complete lesson for KS3 (most suited to Year 7).
By the end of the lesson, I will be able to:
Define extreme weather
Describe the difference between normal and extreme weather events
Give examples of extreme weather
Explain why the 2021 German floods are an example of extreme weather
Lesson includes a range of activities including a Frayer Model, reading comprehension and a stand-up, sit down activity.
This resource is to talk about what is the weather like. It has different Conti approach activities IT IS EDITABLE:
Flashcards for each type of weather
What is missing? Game
match the word with the picture
What is the correct spelling
Sentence builder
Listen and tick the word I say
Read my mind
Sentence stealer
Sentence bingo
Faulty echo
Sentence chaos
Break the flow
Write sentences following the pictures
Whole lesson on ‘How does air pressure affect weather?’ for KS3 students.
**Objectives: ** To understand how air pressure systems bring different types of weather.
Outcomes:
I can describe (AO1) the weather that a depression brings
I can describe (AO1) the weather that an anti-cyclone brings
I can compare (AO3) differences between these two pressure systems
Includes:
Starter,
Success criteria,
Main activity with information sheets and differentiated student worksheets (including one for lower ability and a second for dyslexic students),
Challenge activities for higher ability students (called ‘Further Thinking’),
Solo time (for students to apply new knowledge),
Review and reflect plenary
Download also includes full scheme of work for KS3 Weather and Climate topic.
This worksheet is designed to help children learn weather-related vocabulary through fun activities such as “Labeling Vocabulary” and “Crossword.” These activities will assist children in remembering weather terms such as temperature, rain, snow, wind, and clouds. Additionally, the worksheet includes activities for recording weather on a daily and weekly basis, helping children practice observation and data collection about the weather each day. It also introduces the concept of weather forecasting through the collected data, enhancing skills in observation, vocabulary retention, and organizing weather information.
The following pages are included in this resource:
● Labeling Vocabulary
● Crossword Puzzle
● Story Writing: My Favorite Weather
● Weather Vocabulary Riddles
● Weather Forecast
● Fill-in-the-Blank: European Weather Forecast
● Recording weather on a daily
● Recording weather on a weekly (2 differences)
Details:
● File formats: PDF and PNG
● Answer Key
Quel temps fait-il? Weather in French topic printable writing activities for reviewing La Météo en Francais / Le Temps vocabulary. It includes differentiated versions: worksheets (including weather map / forecast activities for France and Canada), crosswords, and word search puzzles, plus vocabulary pages for support if required. Great for main lesson activities, early finisher challenges, starters, homework, fun home learning etc. My French basics resources are designed for Year 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 but might suit others, depending on experience. Please check the preview for a sample. Within the Zip file, is a 23-page PDF of worksheets and puzzles (and answer keys for all) and a 10-page file of vocab support.
SAVE: Get this in my French Weather BUNDLE, together with French Weather Presentation and Activities and French Weather Games.
ALSO INCLUDED IN:
French KS2 / KS3 MEGA BUNDLE 1
French Worksheets MEGA BUNDLE
The resources focus on 12 key phrases: il pleut, il neige, il gele, il fait beau, il fait mauvais, il fait chaud, il fait froid, il y a des nuages, il y a du brouillard, il y a de l’orage, il y a du soleil, il y a du vent.
3 WORKSHEETS with answer keys. Each differentiated 3 ways, using a star system (1-star for lower ability or younger learners and 3-star the most challenging). The less challenging ones include word banks and / or sentence starters for support. Worksheet 1 reviews key weather phrases. Worksheet 2 focuses on writing sentences about the weather in different French cities, while Worksheet 3 is a Canadian version of Worksheet 2, as there are many French speakers in Canada.
HIDDEN WORD PUZZLE - Students find translation errors in weather phrases and use the linked letters to discover a word to complete a sentence related to the topic.
CROSSWORD - Included with and without a word bank. Answer key included.
WORD SEARCHES - The 1-star and 2-star puzzles are the same (1-star has a little more support). The 3-star puzzle is a different, more challenging one, featuring the full weather phrases rather than just the main word.
VOCABULARY SUPPORT - different formats, with and without background colour
TEACHER NOTES
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This pack includes:
A massive 92 question PPT
Answers
Sound Tracks
4K photos
Go on get this super cheap resource and have a stress free wet weather lesson!
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The quiz can be administered in a variety of ways - to individuals or teams. The answers can be found by clicking on the question mark image on each slide. Answers can be given either as you go through the quiz or at the end. A question and answer sheet are provided to allow individuals/teams to record their answers. This resource is also suitable for SEN students due to the highly visual nature of the resource and the multiple choice format.
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Download contains:
PDF pupil sheet
PDF answer sheet (to be given to cover teacher / pupils to self-correct)
Ideal for:
Cover lessons with non-MFL teachers
Revision during Talking tests
Homework without needing textbooks or jotters
On the sheet:
QR code: Links to Quizlet for vocabulary revision (for students with school iPads)
Hyperlink: Also links to Quizlet (for students using OneNote)
Usage: Teachers or cover teachers can click the link to project vocabulary on the board.
Contents:
Activity 1: Match-up and wordsearch
Activity 2: Higher-order thinking skill decoding and translation
Activity 3: Reading skills to find key phrases
Activity 4: Tangled translation for recall practice
Activity 5: Dictionary skills to broaden vocabulary knowledge
This ready-to-use two-page cover lesson is designed specifically for KS3 Spanish and focuses on the topic of weather (el tiempo). Perfect for planned or last-minute cover, the resource is structured to keep students engaged and working independently while requiring minimum printing.
This lesson includes a variety of activities to maintain student focus and challenge learners of different abilities. Everything students need to succeed is included on the sheet so this eliminates confusion and makes it achievable for all students. Activities build on key weather vocabulary, offering opportunities for vocab drills, translations and extension.
What’s included:
Student worksheet (1 page front-and-back for minimum printing)
Answer sheet for cover teacher
Clear, adaptable cover instructions for staff
The resource is suitable for mixed-ability groups and works well as a standalone lesson or as reinforcement of prior learning.
Ideal for:
emergency cover
non-specialist cover teachers
consolidation of core weather vocabulary
independent classroom work or homework
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This worksheet includes three parts to help your students get comfortable with weather expressions in Spanish:
matching 14 expressions (English to Spanish)
placing expressions on a chart choosing between Hace/Está/Hay
a short translation including the seasons and types of weather within the seasons.
Editable Word file
Answer key included.
Bring extreme weather to life in your classroom with this fully resourced, high‑impact lesson exploring four major UK weather events: Storm Eunice, the Somerset Levels Floods, the Beast from the East, and the UK Heatwaves. Designed to build strong geographical understanding, this lesson includes detailed case‑study content, a comparison table for students to complete, and structured activities that develop analytical and evaluative skills. Students examine causes, effects, and impacts in depth, then rank events by severity and identify patterns over time—perfect for KS3 Geography, case‑study revision, or thematic climate change work. Clear, accessible explanations and ready‑to-use worksheets make this lesson ideal for stretched teachers wanting quality, exam‑focused resources that pupils can engage with immediately.
A Key Stage 3 Scheme of work focussing on UK Weather and Climate. Some use of KS3 Oxford ‘Working Towards GCSE’ textbook but can be delivered without.
Maths, literacy, careers elements throughout.
Includes a revision and assessment lesson.
1 Weather & Climate
2 UK Weather
3 The Water Cycle
4 Rain & Clouds
5 Beast from the East
6 MicroClimates
7 Measuring the Weather
8 Skills
9 Revision & Assessment
10-12 Own Investigation (focus on school grounds but can be adapted)
13 Optional ICT lesson
A worksheet with accompanying online quiz page involving French weather vocabulary. At the end of the quiz page, there is also a song.
Pupils fill in the worksheet, finding the answers as they work through the quiz page.
Navigation instructions are provided on the sheet.
PowerPoint presentation to introduce the weather expressions and seasons in Spanish. It includes an activity where students have to describe what they do depending on the Weather.