Year 5/6 Cycle B Geography Block 3

Topic – Trading Across the Globe (trade and economic activity

How to use our mixed-age Geography scheme of work.

For schools with mixed age classes, we have adapted the scheme so that the Year 5 and Year 6 blocks can be used on a two-year cycle. In the first year of the cycle, all pupils in Year 5 and 6 will follow the Cycle A blocks of lessons.

In the second year, all pupils in Year 5 and 6 will follow the Cycle B blocks of lessons. This ensures that children do not repeat any of the blocks during KS2.

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Trading Across the Globe: Year 5/6 Geography Unit

Explore the dynamic world of global trade with our engaging Trading Across the Globe geography unit, designed for mixed-age classes in Year 5 and Year 6. This unit delves into the intricate connections between countries and the exchange of goods and services, helping pupils understand how trade shapes economies and influences daily life.

Key Topics Covered

  • Global Trade Networks: Discover how goods are produced, transported, and traded across different continents, and explore the key routes that link the world’s economies.
  • Imports and Exports: Learn the difference between imports and exports and identify products commonly traded between countries.
  • Local Economies and Production: Understand how different regions specialise in producing certain goods, and how this influences both local and global economies.
  • Fair Trade: Examine the concept of fair trade and discuss the ethical considerations of global trading practices.
  • Transport and Distribution: Investigate how goods move around the globe, from ships and trains to airfreight and road transport.

Unit Overview

This comprehensive unit encourages pupils to think critically about how the world is interconnected through trade and provides opportunities for them to devel