Check it! - London - Year 3

The educational resource from Focus Education prompts Year 3 students to explore and review their knowledge of London, the capital city of the United Kingdom. The material encourages teachers to create regular opportunities for children to reflect on what they have learned about London. A variety of interactive ideas are suggested to facilitate this review process, such as a 'Brain dump', where students quickly jot down everything they know, or the 'Give me FIVE!' activity, which could involve naming five London Underground stations or lines. Other methods include adding information to a mind map, expanding on simple facts to elaborate on their knowledge, and using 'Retrieval Pyramids' to structure the recall of information.

The resource also includes a 'CHECK IT!' section, which serves as a quick assessment tool to gauge students' understanding of London's significance as the UK's capital. It prompts them to think about various aspects of the city, such as its transport system, iconic buildings, and geographical neighbours. For example, students might be asked to name counties close to London, buildings associated with the monarchy, or capitals in Europe and beyond. They might also discuss the motorway that encircles London or the historical importance of the River Thames. The aim is to ensure that all pupils can answer questions related to the city, with more challenging queries aimed at testing deeper knowledge and understanding.