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The Equator and Hemispheres

Understanding the concept of the Equator, Northern and Southern Hemispheres, and their impact on climate.

Key Questions

  1. Explain why countries near the Equator experience different seasons than the UK.
  2. Differentiate between the Northern and Southern Hemispheres based on their climate characteristics.
  3. Analyze how the tilt of the Earth creates different seasons across the globe.

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

KS2: Geography - Locational KnowledgeKS2: Geography - Physical Geography
Year: Year 3
Subject: Geography
Unit: Global Connections
Period: Summer Term

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