Secondary Geography Weather Systems Key Stage 4 – A series of downloadable lesson plans and teacher’s notes prepared on weather systems for GCSE geography. Produced by Tony Cassidy
Secondary Geography Extreme Weather (global) A series of downloadable work schemes and associated PowerPoint presentations on extreme weather for AS/ A2 geography.
Secondary Geography Climate 4 lessons to teach 11-14 climate with links to the Scottish Curriculum for Excellence Level 3
Secondary Geography 5. Climate Zones In this lesson we explore the main climate zones, their link to the global atmospheric circulation and the influence of the oceans.
Secondary Geography 4. Atmospheric and Oceanic Circulation In this lesson we look at the pattern of circulation of the atmosphere and oceans, driven by the Sun.
Secondary Geography Synoptic Weather Charts – Questions Synoptic weather charts The figure below shows the synoptic pressure chart at midnight on Wednesday, 17 May. 1. Name the pressure feature running from
Secondary Geography Weather Symbols and Synoptic Charts Interpreting weather charts and weather symbols
Secondary Geography Interpreting Isotherms Isotherms The figure below is a map of isotherms, showing the average mean temperatures for January over the UK, based on average values for
Secondary Geography UK Climate This unit explains what is meant by the term ‘climate’ and outlines the factors that govern the climate of the British Isles.
Secondary Geography Thunderstorms Most thunderstorms are associated with towering clouds known as cumulonimbus.
Secondary Geography Shipping Forecast Guide to shipping forecasts This is a brief guide to the main terms used in the shipping forecasts that are broadcast on BBC Radio 4,
Secondary Geography Monsoons The word monsoon is derived from the Arabic word ‘mausim’, meaning season. It was first used by Arabic navigators to describe the seasonal winds
Secondary Geography 3. Weather and Climate In this lesson we look at the difference between weather and climate and introduce climate graphs.
Secondary Geography Atmosphere An atmosphere is defined as the gaseous envelope that surrounds a celestial body. Therefore, the Earth, like other planets in the solar system, has
Secondary Geography Air Masses – Further Information Tropical continentalPolar continentalTropical maritimePolar maritimeReturning polar maritimeArcticAir masses characteristics Introduction The idea that northerly winds (i.e. winds from the north) are cold, and southerly
Secondary Geography Air Masses – Questions The figure below shows the pressure system over the UK and western Europe on 9 May. 1. What is the name given to the
Secondary Geography Air Masses and Fronts Air masses are parcels of air that bring distinctive weather features to the country. An air mass is a body or ‘mass’ of air
