The Americas: A Study of Contrast · Spring Term

The Amazon Rainforest

Studying the layers of the rainforest and the reasons for its current rate of deforestation.

Key Questions

  1. 1Why is the Amazon often called the lungs of the planet?
  2. 2How does the destruction of the rainforest affect global climates?
  3. 3What can be done to balance economic needs with conservation?

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

KS2: Geography - Physical GeographyKS2: Geography - Place Knowledge
Year: Year 4
Subject: Geography
Unit: The Americas: A Study of Contrast
Period: Spring Term

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