hELPFUL GEOGRAPHY WEBSITES AND GAAMES
Helpful websites
The RGS website has lots of information on why we should study geography, what GIS is, what careers geography can lead to and more!
Stay in and explore the world from the comfort of your own home. There are quizzes, videos and information on a wide range of topics.
BBC bitesize is a great place to go to get help with revision on many of your school subjects as well as extend your geographical knowledge.
The National geographic has an interactive map for you to make your own maps and well as information and videos on a range of topics from across the globe.
Earth school by Ted ED has 30 quests for students around the world to celebrate, explore and connect with nature. Why not give them a try?
The Earth museum has lots of free virtual journeys across the globe, including a page made by the current Year 7 at Bay House and Brune Park.
The Oak Academy website for geography has lots of units that you do in school and units to help you extend your knowledge beyond your school curriculum.
Geography games
Have you ever wondered why some places get affected badly by natural disasters and others do not? Play this game to find out why and how they can protect!
The World geographic website has a range of games you can play for free on countries to oceans.
This website has lots of great geography map games for you to play at home.
Many zoos around the world have set up webcams in the animal enclosures so you can now watch your favourite animals if you are lucky enough to log on when they are awake!
How do these clubs link to Gosport futures?
What careers can an interest in geography lead you to?
Landscape architect
Landscape architects plan, design, create and manage the landscapes we live and work in.
Town planner
Town planners help shape the way towns and cities develop, and balance the demands on land with the needs of the community.
Civil drafter
Prepare drawings and topographical and relief maps used in civil engineering projects, such as highways, bridges, pipelines, flood control projects, and water and sewerage control systems.
Rural surveyor
Rural surveyors value the assets of farms and estates, advise clients on legal and tax issues, and plan and develop land use.