Jamaica's location and climate
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can locate Jamaica on a map and describe some ways in which Jamaica’s climate affects what this place is like.
Key learning points
- A range of resources can be used to investigate the location, climate and features of Jamaica.
- Tropical weather and climate have an impact on the environment and daily life.
- Hurricanes are a type of storm with very strong winds and heavy rain; they can cause a lot of damage.
Keywords
Globe - A globe is a map of Earth on a sphere.
Geographer - A geographer studies Earth's physical environments and human habitats.
Equator - The Equator is an imaginary line encircling Earth at 0° latitude and is an equal distance from the North Pole and the South Pole.
Temperature - Temperature is the degree of hotness or coldness of a place.
Common misconception
It is hotter at the Equator because it is close to the Sun.
The Equator is hotter because the Sun's rays are more concentrated.
Teacher tip
Investigate and compare weather reports from Jamaica and the UK.
Content guidance
Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.A is a map of Earth on a sphere
Q2.A studies Earth's physical environments and human habitat.
Q3.The Equator is at latitude
Q4.What do we measure temperature in?
Q5.Is the UK north, south, east or west of Jamaica?
Q6.Which ocean does the Caribbean sea join?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Which of the following will not help us find out about Jamaica?
Q2.Climate is an average of weather conditions in a place taken over a long period of time (usually or more)
Q3.Order these places from nearest the Equator to furthest away
Q4.It is hotter in places near to the Equator because…
Q5.When is the dry season in Jamaica?
Q6.What is a type of storm that forms over warm seas and brings very strong winds and lots of rain
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