Rivers and the Water Cycle · Environmental Interaction

Settlements and Rivers

Analyzing why historical and modern cities are often located along major river banks.

Key Questions

  1. 1In what ways have rivers historically shaped the growth of major cities?
  2. 2How do communities manage the risk of flooding in river basins?
  3. 3What are the environmental costs of using rivers for transport and industry?

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

KS2: Geography - Human GeographyKS2: Geography - Settlements and Land Use
Year: Year 5
Subject: Geography
Unit: Rivers and the Water Cycle
Period: Environmental Interaction

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