Free samples
1a) An introduction to rivers- movie
This resource helps to introduce the topic, and recap upon previous learning. It looks at rivers in general from the how they alter to land to how they affect people. To enlarge the video click on the tab in the bottom right corner.more..
1b) An introduction to rivers- Google Earth tour
To play the Google Earth Tour, click the link. When Google Earth has loaded, click the play icon half way up the screen on the left hand side (bottom right corner of the places box). It is most effective if you have enabled 3D buildings in the bottom..more..
2a) River basics- water cycle presentation
This flash presentation shows the basic steps of the water cycle. Simply click for the next step each time. more..
2b) River basics- river processes presentation
This flash presentation outlines the processes of weathering, erosion, transportation and deposition.more..
2c) River basics- weathering and erosion worksheet
This worksheet is designed to accompany the two presentations.more..
2d) River basics- river basins
This presentation helps to show pupils the key parts of a drainage basin.more..
3a) River features- erosion and deposition on a river bend
This presentation looks at what happens on a river bend. It looks at how an ox bow lake may develop on a meander. Simply click for animations to occur on each slide.more..
3b) River features- meander animation
This flash animation helps to show pupils what occurs on a meander and how this can eventually lead to the formation of ox bow lakes. It can be enlarged to full screen using the menu at the top of the animation.more..
3c) River features- ox bow lakes
This short presentation simply highlights what happen to a stretch of meandering river over time. It will really help learners who struggle to visualise changing landforms with time.more..
3d) River features- waterfalls animation
This flash animation shows how a waterfall retreats, helping pupils to understand this process.more..