Exploring Physical and Human Features
Exploring Physical and Human Features
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Exploring Physical and Human Features
What do you already know about physical and human features?
Learning Objective
At the end of the lesson you will be able to identify, describe and compare physical and human features of different places.
What Are Physical Features?
Physical features are natural parts of the Earth, such as mountains, rivers or forests.
Examples of Physical Features
Some common physical features include hills, lakes, beaches and valleys. Can you name one more?
Looking at Physical Features
Where have you seen physical features? Think about places you have visited.
Quiz: Spot the Physical Feature!
Which of these is a physical feature? A. Playground B. River C. House
What Are Human Features?
Human features are things built by people, like buildings, bridges, or roads.
Examples of Human Features
Common human features are schools, houses, shops, and roads. Can you think of others?
Where Do We See Human Features?
Look around your local area—what human features can you spot?
Quiz: Spot the Human Feature!
Which of these is a human feature? A. Pond B. Office block C. Tree
Physical vs Human Features
Human Features
Physical Features
Made by people. Example: Bridge.
Found in nature. Example: River.
Why Do We Need Both?
Physical and human features make our world interesting and livable. They work together in our communities.
Activity: Local Map Hunt
Map Hunt Instructions
Look at a map or explore your area. Make a list of physical and human features you find.
Physical or Human? Practice
Match these features to their category: Mountain, Shop, River, Flat, Road.
Check Your Answers!
Mountain - Physical, Shop - Human, River - Physical, Flat - Human, Road - Human.
Think and Share
Why do you think some places have more human features and others have more physical features?
Your Favourite Feature
Write or draw your favourite physical OR human feature. Why do you like it?
World Tour: Spot the Features!
Video Time: Exploring Features
Watch this short video showing physical and human features from around the world.
Let’s Review!
What is one physical and one human feature you learned today? Share with a friend.
Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.
Write down 2 things you want to know more about.
Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.
