This set of lesson plans looks at rainforests, with particular focus on the Amazon.  Lesson plans are brought to life by the stunning images in the accompanying PowerPoint presentation.  Suitable across Key Stage 2 & of considerable value at Key Stage 3. Filled with activities, resources and key term definitions, it covers:

  • What rainforests are & where they are located
  • Animals, plants & people of the Amazon rainforest
  • Grouping of living things
  • Food chains
  • Why rainforests are so important
  • Threats to rainforests & solutions

Updated September 2020

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