IW Coastal Trail - Family/General Interest - Part 1 - Hurst Spit Key Stage A Geography resource for Hurst Spit

Introduction

"IW Coastal Trail - Family/General Interest - Part 1 - Hurst Spit" is a 4-page Geography resource for All Ages, linked to Hurst Spit

This resource is part of a set of 6 with the following alternate variants:

V107601 - KSA Mixed Ability
V107602 - KSA Mixed Ability
V107604 - KSA Mixed Ability
V107605 - KSA Mixed Ability
V107606 - KSA Mixed Ability

Précis

This resource is classed as General Interest and is especially suitable for lifelong learners and family groups. There are 12 different locations around the coast of the island to explore. The resources in the pack will allow you to learn a little about the geography of each location, and there are activities incorporated into each to help you to experience and enjoy what each location has to offer.

Contextual Summary

How did Hurst Spit form and what are its main features? You will be able to explore the spit and the saltmarshes behind, discovering the birds, plants and butterflies that thrive here. You will have the opportunity to discover the nooks and crannies of the castle itself, and find out how it is all being protected from the ravages of the sea.

Curriculum Relevance

Geography → Fieldwork Investigation → Isle of Wight Coastal Trail

Implementation

NB: From the island this trip requires taking a ferry or charter vessel from Yarmouth. The ferry runs only during the summer months.

FAQs

Q1. What is this resource and which attraction is it for?

IW Coastal Trail - Family/General Interest - Part 1 - Hurst Spit is a Geography resource targeted at All Ages children, Mixed Ability, supporting a school trip to Hurst Spit

Q2. Which Key Stage and ability level(s) is this intended for?

IW Coastal Trail - Family/General Interest - Part 1 - Hurst Spit is designed for All Ages children with Mixed Ability but is also suitable for younger students working at a high level or studying a specific topic, or as revision / infill for older students who have already covered this previously

Q3. Which areas of the curriculum are covered?

IW Coastal Trail - Family/General Interest - Part 1 - Hurst Spit is a Geography resource specifically targeted at Fieldwork Investigation and Isle of Wight Coastal Trail

Q4. What are the main learning outcomes for students?

Q5. Does this resource have activities for before and after the visit?

This resource contains elements that are designed to be completed whilst on site at Hurst Spit and on return to school after the visit plus, there are peripheral task(s) to conduct at any time that suits

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