Rivers in Europe
I can locate rivers in Europe on a map and explain why they are important.
Rivers in Europe
I can locate rivers in Europe on a map and explain why they are important.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- The Volga is in Russia and is the longest river in Europe.
- Major rivers in Europe include the Danube, the Dnieper, the Po, the Tagus, the Rhine and the Loire.
- Rivers such as the Danube are important as they are a border between countries.
- Rivers in Europe are important for transport, providing water and making hydro-electricity.
Keywords
Source - The source is the start of a river.
Mouth - The mouth of a river is where it enters the sea or a lake.
Border - A border is the dividing line between two countries.
Hydro-electricity - Hydro-electricity is electricity created by water flowing downhill turning a turbine.
Common misconception
The River Thames is one of the longest rivers in Europe.
The River Thames is the longest river that solely flows in England but it is much shorter than other rivers in Europe.
Equipment
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