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Geography Scheme | Year 5 | Block 2: Down by the Sea | Lesson 3: How do Humans use the Coast?

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Year 5 human use of the coast geography lesson

The Year 5 human use of the coast geography lesson examines how people use coastal areas for industry, transport, tourism and leisure. Children learn about fishing, offshore wind farms, water sports and tourism, and consider positive and negative impacts on the environment.

  • Identify industries linked to the coast
  • Explore renewable energy and offshore wind farms
  • Understand leisure and tourism on UK coasts
  • Discuss conservation and human impact

This download includes:

  • Year 5 coast PowerPoint on industry, leisure and tourism
  • Year 5 human use worksheet for recording ideas
  • Photo prompts and discussion activities

Part of our GA approved Year 5 geography scheme of work, fully aligned to the National Curriculum.

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