| Full lesson | Create for a teacher a set of content for giving a lesson, beginning with the lesson plan. Each new block of materials must begin with an H1 heading (other subheaders must be H2, H3, etc). When you describe required pictures, write those descriptions in curly brackets, for example: {A picture of a triangle} |
| Which subject | Geography |
| What topic | Waterfalls |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Year or Grade 10 |
| Class size | 20 |
| What curriculum | |
| Include full script | |
| Check previous homework | |
| Ask some students to presents their homework | |
| Add a physical break | |
| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
| Show correct answers | |
| Prepare slide templates | |
| Number of slides | 5 |
| Create fill-in cards for students | |
| Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments |
Waterfalls
Year 10
Geography
20 students
30 minutes
This lesson aligns with the Geography National Curriculum outcomes, focusing on physical geography and environmental awareness.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Waterfalls | 5 minutes | Briefly introduce the topic of waterfalls; discuss what students already know. Show images of famous waterfalls. |
| 2 | Formation of Waterfalls | 10 minutes | Explain how waterfalls form, using diagrams. Discuss erosion, rock types, and the hydrological cycle. Provide handouts. |
| 3 | Types of Waterfalls | 5 minutes | Present the different types of waterfalls (e.g., plunge, multi-step). Use the PowerPoint for visual aids. |
| 4 | Importance of Waterfalls | 5 minutes | Discuss ecological, economic, and social significance of waterfalls. Briefly mention local waterfalls in the UK. |
| 5 | Research Activity | 5 minutes | Allow students to research a specific waterfall on computers or tablets, using provided resources. |
| 6 | Recap and Homework | 5 minutes | Summarize key points of the lesson. Assign homework: write a short report on a chosen waterfall without formal presentations. |
Students will write a short report on a waterfall of their choice, including details on its formation, types, and significance. Reports will be collected for review, but no formal presentations will take place in class to facilitate a comfortable and inclusive environment.