From how mountains are formed to the ‘fatal attraction’ of Everest,our lesson resources will help you scale new heights with your studentsThere’s something approximately mountains, isn’t there? They’re massive, and yes,but there’s more to it than that: they remind us small humans of our place in geological processes that happened over millions of years. Or perhaps it is mainly the massiveness. Either way, mountains are noteworthy. And some of the greatest of them can be found in the Himalayas, and the 1500-mile mountain range that has nine of the worlds 10 highest peaks,including Mount Everest. As well as vital reflections on climate change and previously undiscovered species, the Himalayas also offer opportunities for learning across the curriculum. Here’s how you can scale new heights with your classes.
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Source: theguardian.com