Living in an earthquake zone

Topics Year 4/5
This unit is part of Earth Matters - NEW LOOK Earthquakes - NEW LOOK

Objectives

Geography

  • Describe and understand key aspects of earthquakes.
  • Use maps, atlases, and globes to locate countries.
  • Gain an understanding of life in an earthquake zone.

Enquiry question
What is life like for those who live in earthquake zones?

Outcomes
Children will:

  • Become familiar with the precautions/ preparations required when living in an earthquake zone.
  • Understand how our surroundings might behave in an earthquake.
  • Take part in an earthquake drill.