characteristics of soil, such as how large the soil particles are, or how large the pores (spaces) between the particles are

how porous soil structure is (i.e. the size and quantity of spaces between soil particles)

the movement of water from the surface to the lower soil layers

Fieldwork: Planning a soil enquiry and collecting data

Geography

Geological timescales

The rock cycle

The geology of the UK

GIS: Visualising the geology of the UK

Weathering and rocks

Limestone landscapes

The importance of soil

Fieldwork: Presenting soil data

Fieldwork: Analysing, concluding and evaluating soil data

Mass movement

Geology and the economy

The impacts of using geological resources

This unit teaches pupils about the physical processes that create and alter different types of rocks and soils over time. Pupils will also develop their understanding of how humans use different rocks and soils and why this can affect geographical patterns of wealth and population.

Rocks, weathering and soil: Why is geology important?

Physical activity and equipment requiring safe use

Use of equipment that may require supervision for safety, e.g. scissors in KS1, needles, paint, knives, cooking.

Risk assessment required - outdoor learning

The size of particles and the spaces between them

Which of the following best describes soil texture?

The size and number of spaces between soil particles

What is true about soils with large particles?

Made from layers of broken rock and remains

Match the rock type with its description.

{{}} is when rocks are broken down by weather, plants or water.

Which of the following is a cause of chemical weathering?

Rock particles, organic matter, air and water

What do we call the process where weathered rock is moved by wind or water?

Fieldwork: Planning a soil enquiry and collecting data

Lesson outcome

Content guidance