Picture match - Physical geography

In a picture matching activity designed to teach physical geography, students are presented with a set of images depicting various geographical features. They are tasked with identifying and matching terms such as 'mountain', 'lake', 'island', 'valley', 'river', 'cliff', 'forest', and 'beach' to the appropriate pictures. This interactive exercise not only helps to reinforce the vocabulary associated with physical geography but also aids in developing students' understanding of the characteristics that define each geographical feature. For example, they would match 'mountain' to an image of a large natural elevation of the earth's surface, 'lake' to a body of water surrounded by land, 'island' to a piece of land surrounded by water, and so forth for each term provided.

Additionally, the activity may include a discussion prompt such as "Why do we like to be beside the seaside?" This encourages students to think about the appeal of seaside resorts and their significance in leisure and tourism. It provides an opportunity to explore the human aspect of geography, discussing why certain physical geographical features, like beaches, are popular destinations for relaxation and recreation. By engaging with these concepts, students not only learn about the physical landscape but also consider the cultural and economic factors that influence human interactions with the environment.