Physical features of countries in Europe
I can use digital and atlas maps to identify and locate key physical geographical features of Europe.
Physical features of countries in Europe
I can use digital and atlas maps to identify and locate key physical geographical features of Europe.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Atlas maps can be used to investigate the key physical features of Europe.
- Europe has a diverse range of physical geographical features such as mountains and rivers.
- The Alps and the Pyrenees are major mountain ranges in Europe.
- Europe is home to some major rivers including the Volga, the Danube and the Rhine.
- The Mediterranean Sea and Atlantic Ocean both border countries in Europe but are very different in size and character.
Common misconception
Learners may struggle to make sense of atlas maps which often show a lot of complex information.
Spend additional time exploring a digital atlas map as a class or group to reinforce learners’ understanding of different map conventions.
Keywords
Map key - A map key is a box of information on a map that tells you what the lines and symbols on the map mean.
Scale - The scale on a map shows what size the area that is represented in the map really is.
Interpretation - An interpretation is an opinion on or explanation of the meaning of something.
Physical feature - A physical feature is natural and has not been built by humans.
Licence
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
Cardiff
Edinburgh
Vienna
Madrid
Exit quiz
6 Questions
These maps show the landscape and rivers.
These maps show country borders, cities and towns.
Russia
France
Slovenia