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Geography in the news

WAG / Tinopolis
A half-termly online magazine for KS2 and KS3 pupils, addressing geographical issues arising from current news items.

The aims of the site are to:

  • Stimulate curiosity, awe and wonder
  • Motivate learners and teachers
  • Encourage learners to ask questions
  • Generate quality discussion
  • Provide a range of opportunities for skill development
  • Be relevant to life in 21st century
  • Be inclusive and allow all learners to actively engage with the material
  • Develop thinking and use assessment for learning strategies which encourage quality learning
  • Encourage and support teacher development and creativity
  • Develop and highlight cross-links between geography, other school subjects and the skills which underpin them