Create a model of a river's journey from source to mouth - Activity

In this hands-on group activity, you and three other classmates will have the exciting opportunity to construct a physical model that depicts the journey of a river from its source to its mouth. The aim is to create a detailed representation of a river's path as it flows through a mountainous landscape and finally reaches the sea. Your model must include and clearly label the following key features: the 'Source', where the river begins; a 'Tributary', a smaller stream or river that feeds into the main river; a 'Meander', which illustrates the winding course a river often takes; and the 'Mouth', where the river ends as it empties into the sea.

The activity not only requires creativity and teamwork but also serves as a practical exploration of the geographical concepts related to river formation and the distinct features along a river's course. By engaging in this project, you will gain a deeper understanding of how rivers are formed and the main features that characterize a river's journey from its origins in the mountains to its termination at the coastline. This model will serve as a visual and tactile educational tool, helping to solidify your knowledge of river geography.