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The
physical processes of rivers are explored in this package for
Key Stages 2-3.
Photographs,
clear animations, diagrams, video footage and text combine to
teach the essential concepts surrounding river systems, with
several activities to test users on the main topics.
River use, wildlife and rivers around the world are also
investigated.
The
physical processes of rivers are explored in this package for
Key Stages 2-3. Photographs,
clear diagrams and text combine to teach the essential concepts
surrounding river systems, with activities to test users on the
main topics.
Divided
into five sections, the software begins with an exploration of
the movement of water and the water cycle.
The river system is explored from it’s source in the
mountains to the estuary, with insights into water speed, bank
shape and drainage basins.
Erosion and depositional processes are investigated,
including waterfalls, meanders and bank erosion.
Maps
and facts are included about major rivers found throughout the
world and their use. Finally,
river wildlife is investigated with an abundance of photos and
facts. Also
included is a selection of printable worksheets and a scrapbook
for pupils to display and print their research.
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