Visiting the hot places of the world
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can use my knowledge of the hot places of the world to plan and pack for a trip to a hot place.
Key learning points
- Many people leave the UK when they go on holiday to seek sunshine and warmth, especially during the winter months.
- The right clothes and equipment can help protect us from extreme heat and cold.
- Many homes and offices in hot climates have air conditioning installed, although this uses a lot of energy.
- The hot and wet areas of the world also attract insects like mosquitoes that might sting or bite.
Keywords
Journey - A journey is a trip from one place to another, and the transport used to get there.
Sunscreen - Sunscreen is a cream that you rub on your skin to protect it and stop it from burning in the sun.
Insect repellent - Insect repellent is a spray which stops insects such as mosquitoes from biting you.
Holiday resort - A holiday resort is a place where a lot of people go on holiday.
Common misconception
Most people from the UK go on holiday to France, if they go abroad.
The most common destination is in fact Spain.
Teacher tip
Class discussion of where children have been or would like to go on holiday.
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Travelling from one place to another is called a ...
Q2.What is climate?
Q3.What cream can you put on your skin to stop it burning in hot sun?
Q4.A place where people stay when on holiday is called ...
Q5.The UK is located in the continent of ...
Q6.Which of these countries are in Europe?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What is sunscreen?
Q2.Which of these countries was the most popular holiday destination for people from the UK in 2022?
Q3.What is insect repellent?
Q4.What is air conditioning?
Q5.Why do lots of people from the UK go on holiday to Spain in winter?
Q6.What is a holiday resort?
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