Discovering France: A country in art

Geography

• To use the physical landscapes depicted in a range of artworks to help recognise the geographical features of different climate zones within France.
• To identify geographical similarities and differences between France and the UK.

Art

• To begin to appreciate the work of various artists from France and other countries.

Enquiry question
What can art tell us about the climate and geographical features of a country?

Outcomes
Children will:

• Explore a range of works by famous painters depicting a variety of French landscapes.
• Identify physical and human geographical features of different regions of France, as well as some similarities and differences.
• Attempt to match artworks to climate zones within France and understand that it is country with a wide range of landscapes.