Coasts Curriculum Pack

Explore the fascinating world of coasts with this comprehensive Coasts Curriculum Pack 

 Perfect for students in KS1 and KS2, this pack provides all the resources needed to dive deep into coastal geography, from understanding key geographical vocabulary to exploring physical and human features and locational knowledge.

 With engaging activities and visual resources, students will gain a solid understanding of coastal landscapes, coastal erosion, and the relationship between human activity and the environment.

The Coasts Curriculum Pack Includes:

Coasts Poster (100cm x 70cm) – A large, vibrant poster that illustrates the stunning features of coastlines. This poster showcases various coastal features such as beaches, cliffs, dunes and bays. It's a fantastic visual tool for introducing coastal geography to students. It’s perfect for classroom walls, offering a constant reference to key concepts throughout the course of your studies.

A2 Coasts Word Cloud – A dynamic word cloud filled with essential coastal vocabulary. From terms like "tide" and "erosion" to "sediment" and "spit," this word cloud helps students build their geographical vocabulary in a fun and visually engaging way.

2 x A3 Coasts Aeroimage Deskmats and Activities – These aeroimage deskmats offer an aerial view of coastal areas, allowing students to examine and analyse coastal features from a unique perspective. The accompanying activities guide students in identifying and understanding the features visible in the images, making these deskmats an excellent resource for hands-on learning. 

A3 Photocopiable Keywords Leaflet – A handy, photocopiable resource packed with key terms related to coastal geography. This leaflet provides definitions of important vocabulary such as "longshore drift," "headland," and "sea stack," ensuring that students have a solid grasp of the terminology they’ll encounter during their studies. It’s an ideal tool for vocabulary reinforcement and quick reference.

A3 Photocopiable Labelling Activity – An interactive labelling activity that challenges students to label the different features of a coastline. From cliffs and caves to rock pools and beaches, this activity allows students to identify and understand the various elements that make up a coastal environment. It’s a fun and engaging way to reinforce knowledge of coastal features while developing map-reading and geographical skills.

8 x A4 Coasts Photocards and Teacher’s Notes – A set of eight high-quality photocards featuring real-world images of coastal environments. Each card comes with detailed teacher’s notes to guide classroom discussions and activities, helping students explore the dynamic processes that shape coastlines, such as erosion, deposition, and human impact. These cards are perfect for stimulating conversation, deepening understanding and building critical thinking skills.

4 x A4 Geographical Features Formation Photocards – These photocards illustrate how different geographical features form, including features specific to coastlines, such as cliffs, beaches, and dunes. Students will learn how these features develop over time through natural processes, such as erosion and sediment deposition. The cards provide an easy-to-understand visual reference for students as they explore the physical forces that shape our world.

This Coasts Curriculum Pack is designed to bring the study of coastlines to life through interactive activities, visual aids and a range of engaging resources. Whether you’re focusing on physical geography, human geography, or geographical skills, this pack will help students gain a comprehensive understanding of coastal environments. Ideal for use in the classroom, for independent study, or group work, this pack ensures that learning about coasts is not only educational but also fun and hands-on experience.