Year 6 Geography Block 1

Year 6 Geography – Do People Live in the Amazon Rainforest? (Manaus, South America)

Take your pupils deep into the Amazon with our Year 6 geography unit on Manaus and the rainforest. Fully aligned with the National Curriculum, this South America region study develops pupils’ understanding of settlements, human and physical features, and the global importance of rainforest conservation.

Part of our Glorious Geography scheme of work, recognised as Highly Commended by the Geographical Association, this unit includes lesson plans, differentiated worksheets, knowledge organisers and interactive slides – everything you need to deliver high-quality lessons that inspire curiosity and critical thinking.

Lessons in this unit
  • Week 1: How can we travel to the Amazon Rainforest?
  • Week 2: Where do people live?
  • Week 3: What makes Manaus unique?
  • Week 4: How do people live in Manaus?
  • Week 5: How does life in Manaus compare to life here?
  • Week 6: Why should we protect the rainforest? (fieldwork – compare with local forests)
Unit outcomes
  • Plan routes using maps and digital tools between global locations.
  • Understand features of rural and urban settlements in the Amazon.
  • Describe the unique human and physical features of Manaus.
  • Research and describe the culture and lifestyle of people living in Manaus.
  • Compare daily life in Manaus with life in the UK.
  • Explain why humans need to protect rainforests and their ecosystems.

Explore South America with our Year 6 geography unit

This Year 6 geography unit on the Amazon and Manaus takes pupils on a rich, enquiry-led journey through one of the world’s most important environments. Pupils investigate human and physical geography, explore the culture and lifestyle of communities in Manaus, and develop a deeper understanding of rainforest conservation.

What’s included in this unit?

  • Fully planned lesson packs with worksheets, slides and knowledge organisers.
  • Opportunities to practise map and atlas skills, with real-world applications.
  • Comparisons between life in Manaus and life in the UK.
  • Assessment opportunities to track progress and support end-of-unit review.

Why choose this unit?

Our KS2 geography scheme of work is written by subject specialists and has been recognised as Highly Commended by the Geographical Association. Each lesson provides clear progression, engaging activities, and the confidence teachers need to deliver high-quality geography.

Discover more

Browse more KS2 geography units covering trade, settlements, rivers, coasts and more, or explore the complete Primary Geography Scheme of Work from EYFS to Year 6.

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