Year 4 mountains formed lesson plan – How are mountains made?
In this Year 4 geography lesson, pupils discover the fascinating processes that create mountains. They explore tectonic activity, volcanic activity and erosion, learning how these natural forces shape our planet’s landscapes. This complete Year 4 mountains formed lesson plan includes:
- Engaging teaching slides explaining different types of mountains
- Differentiated mountain formation worksheets for pupils to show understanding
- Teacher guidance, enquiry questions and assessment opportunities
Aligned with the National Curriculum, this lesson builds knowledge of Earth’s structure and connects physical geography to real-world examples. Explore the full Year 4 Block 2 Geography Unit or view the complete Primary Geography Scheme of Work covering EYFS to Year 6.

