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An introduction to volcanoes

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

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Objectives

Geography

  • To know about and name the layers of the Earth.
  • To begin to understand how volcanoes are formed and why they erupt.

Enquiry question
What makes volcanoes erupt?

Outcomes
Children will:

  • Identify and name the layers of the Earth.
  • Understand how tectonic plates work.
  • Explain the link between plate tectonics and the formation of volcanoes.

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