People, place and environment

Early	First	Second	Third	Fourth
I explore and discover the interesting features of my local environment to develop an awareness of the world around me. SOC 0-07a	I can describe and recreate the characteristics of my local environment by exploring the features of the landscape. SOC 1-07a	I can describe the major characteristic features of Scotland’s landscape and explain how these were formed. SOC 2-07a	Having investigated processes which form and shape landscapes, I can explain their impact on selected landscapes in Scotland, Europe and beyond. More info on SOC 3-07a	I can explain how the interaction of physical systems shaped and continue to shape the Earth’s surface by assessing their impact on contrasting landscape types. More info on SOC 4-07a
		I can describe the physical processes of a natural disaster and discuss its impact on people and the landscape. SOC 2-07b
I explore and appreciate the wonder of nature within different environments and have played a part in caring for the environment. SOC 0-08a	I can consider ways of looking after my school or community and can encourage others to care for their environment. SOC 1-08a	I can discuss the environmental impact of human activity and suggest ways in which we can live in a more environmentally-responsible way. SOC 2-08a	I can identify the possible consequences of an environmental issue and make informed suggestions about ways to manage the impact. SOC 3-08a	I can discuss the sustainability of key natural resources and analyse the possible implications for human activity. SOC 4-08a
		I can consider the advantages and disadvantages of a proposed land use development and discuss the impact this may have on the community. SOC 2-08b
I explore and discover where foods come from as I choose, prepare and taste different foods. HWB 0-35a	Having explored the variety of foods produced in Scotland, I can discuss the importance of different types of agriculture in the production of these foods. SOC 1-09a			Having evaluated the role of agriculture in the production of food and raw material, I can draw reasoned conclusions about the environmental impacts and sustainability. SOC 4-09a
I have experimented with imaginative ways such as modelling and drawing, to represent the world around me, the journeys I make and the different ways I can travel. SOC 0-09a		Having explored the ways journeys can be made, I can consider the advantages and disadvantages of different forms of transport, discussing their impact on the environment. SOC 2-09a		I can assess the impact of developments in transport infrastructure in a selected area and can contribute to a discussion on the development of sustainable systems. SOC 4-09b
		Having explored my local area, I can present information on different places to live, work and relax and interesting places to visit. SOC 2-10a	I can investigate the climate, physical features and living things of a natural environment different from my own and explain their interrelationship. SOC 3-10a	I can develop my understanding of the interaction between humans and the environment by describing and assessing the impact of human activity on an area. SOC 4-10a
				I can explain the development of the main features of an urban area in Scotland or elsewhere and can evaluate the implications for the society concerned. SOC 4-10b
				Having studied an economic activity, I can explain its development and assess the impact of change within its locality and beyond. SOC 4-10c
	By exploring my community and the groups within it, I can identify and consider different types of housing and how they meet needs. SOC 1-11a		I can compare the social and economic differences between more and less economically-developed countries and can discuss the possibilities for reducing these differences. SOC 3-11a	Having researched the globalisation of trade, I can explain the interdependence of different parts of the world and assess the impacts for providers, consumers and the environment. SOC 4-11a
				I can explain how the distribution and control of important natural resources affects the international power and influences of states. SOC 4-11b
				I can compare the population structure of Scotland with a contrasting country and can express informed views about the future implications for these societies. More info on SOC 4-11c
While learning outdoors in differing weathers, I have described and recorded the weather, its effects and how it makes me feel and can relate my recordings to the seasons. SOC 0-12a	By using a range of instruments, I can measure and record the weather and can discuss how weather affects my life. SOC 1-12a	By comparing my local area with a contrasting area outwith Britain, I can investigate the main features of weather and climate, discussing the impact on living things. SOC 2-12a	I can investigate the relationship between climate and weather to be able to understand the causes of weather patterns within a selected climate zone. SOC 3-12a	I can identify threats facing the main climate zones, including climate change, and analyse how these threats impact on the way of life. SOC 4-12a
	By exploring climate zones around the world, I can compare and describe how climate affects living things. SOC 1-12b			I can carry out a geographical enquiry to assess the impact and possible outcomes of climate change on a selected region and can propose strategies to slow or reverse the impact. SOC 4-12b
				I can demonstrate an understanding of weather and climate by explaining the relationship between weather and air pressure. SOC 4-12c
	Having explored the landscape of my local area, I can describe the various ways in which land has been used. SOC 1-13a	I can explain how the physical environment influences the ways in which people use land by comparing my local area with a contrasting area. SOC 2-13a	By comparing settlement and economic activity in two contrasting landscapes, I can reach conclusions about how landscapes influence human activity. I can explain my findings clearly to others. SOC 3-13a
	By exploring a natural environment different from my own, I can discover how the physical features influence the variety of living things. SOC 1-13b
	Through activities in my local area, I have developed my mental map and sense of place. I can create and use maps of the area. More info on SOC 1-14a	To extend my mental map and sense of place, I can interpret information from different types of maps and am beginning to locate key features within Scotland, UK, Europe or the wider world. More info on SOC 2-14a	I can use a range of maps and geographical information systems to gather, interpret and present conclusions and can locate a range of features within Scotland, UK, Europe and the wider world. More info on SOC 3-14a	I can use specialised maps and geographical information systems to identify patterns of human activity and physical processes. More info on SOC 4-14a

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