Practical Action
Excellent geography teaching resources from Practical Action who use technology to challenge poverty in developing countries. There are videos, case studies, photos and more.
Google Earth
A truly amazing download which combines satellite imagery, maps and terrain to let you view the world's geography at the click of a mouse. Fly to your address or now you can even view the night sky. It can help children understand what a map view is.
The World Factbook
Maps and statistical information on many different countries. It details the geography, economy, communications, people, government of the nations featured.
Map Reading Skills for Children
Top ideas and tips on how to promote children's interest in reading maps. It includes free downloadable activity cards.
A River's Journey
The journey of a river can be divided into three sections: upper, middle and lower. This site features video footage of rivers in the three stages and explains what happens in each stage.
Coastal Processes
An explanation and animation showing constructive and destructive ways. There is a test to assess your knowledge.
Rivers
Support materials and lesson plans about rivers and their journey to the sea from the Royal Geographical Society.
What are Biomes?
This BBC Bitesize site explaines that biomes are areas of the planet with similar climates, landscapes, animals and plants. It looks at rainforests, deserts, savannah, woodlands, grasslands and tundra.
Destructive Waves
An explanation and videos of waves that are destructive to coastlines.
Sustainable Development
Designed for geography teachers and Key Stage 3 students in Northern Ireland, this site from the BBC will not disappoint. There are super interactive activities to try.
