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Cold places: what is it like at the North and South Poles?

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The world's cold places

I can explain what affects temperatures locally and why it is cold at the North and South Poles.

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Locating the North and South Poles

I can locate the North and South Polar regions and describe some of their icy features.

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The North Pole and the Arctic

I can locate and talk about the Arctic Circle using maps and globes, and describe seasonal changes.

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The South Pole and the Antarctic

I can use a range of geographical sources to describe Antarctica and its extreme weather and climate.

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Arctic wildlife

I can identify some of the wildlife found in the Arctic and explain how it is affected by seasonal change.

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Antarctic wildlife

I can identify some of the wildlife found in the Antarctic and explain how it is affected by seasonal change

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Living in the Arctic

I can understand how people adapt to living in the harsh environments like the Arctic and can give an example.

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Living in the Antarctic

I can explain what the Antarctic Treaty is and can explain some reasons why people go to Antarctica

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