Get ready to explore Charnwood Forest through maps! In this series of activities, students will practice drawing simple sketch maps, learn to recognise and use map symbols and interpret features using an OS map. A resource prepared by Charnwood Forest Geopark, with thanks to Leicestershire Footpath Association.
Key stage: Key stage 2
National Curriculum links: Geography, Science, English
Geography
- Describe the location of features and routes on a map
- Use aerial photographs to recognise landmarks and basic human and physical features
- Use and construct basic symbols in a key
- Observe, record, and present the human and physical features in the local area using a range of methods, including sketch maps, and digital technologies.
Science
- Gathering, recording, classifying, and presenting data in a variety of ways to help in answering questions
- Recording findings using simple scientific language, drawings, labelled diagrams, keys, bar charts, and tables
English
- Develop pupils’ spoken language, reading, writing and vocabulary
- Write clearly, accurately, and coherently, adapting their language and style in and for a range of contexts, purposes and audiences
Further resources to explore:
- Bomb Rocks – a field trip to explore the geology and geography of Charnwood Lodge and Beacon Hill.
- We would like to work with schools to co-develop a field trip exploring the local footpaths of Charnwood Forest. This would be a great opportunity to put your students map skills to the test and allow them to get out and about exploring Charnwood Forest – please get in touch if you are interested!
- Further resources from the Geopark are in development – however, please let us know if there are any specific resources that you would like.
For access to the resources, please email our Education Officer, Hayley Rock, hrock@nationalforest.org