Summary

This MS Word document comprises Grade 10 Geography Schemes of Work for Term 1, 2026.
A PDF version is also available upon request.

The schemes of work cover 5 lessons per week and follow the KICD Geography Curriculum Design for Senior School.

Strands and Sub-Strands Covered

1.0 Introduction to Geography

• 1.1 Meaning and branches of Geography

• 1.2 Importance of studying Geography

• 1.3 Relationship between Geography and other subjects

2.0 The Earth and the Solar System

• 2.1 The Solar System

• 2.2 The shape and size of the Earth

• 2.3 Proofs of the Earth’s shape

• 2.4 Rotation and revolution of the Earth and their effects

3.0 Map Work

• 3.1 Map reading and interpretation

• 3.2 Map scales (statement, linear, ratio)

• 3.3 Directions and bearings

• 3.4 Grid references and marginal information

4.0 Weather and Climate

• 4.1 Elements of weather

• 4.2 Weather instruments and their uses

• 4.3 Recording, interpreting and presenting weather data

• 4.4 Factors influencing climate

5.0 The Environment and Its Resources

• 5.1 Types of natural resources

• 5.2 Conservation and sustainable use of resources

• 5.3 Human activities and environmental impact

Topics Covered Within These Sub-Strands

Introduction to Geography

• Definition of Geography

• Branches: Physical, Human, Practical Geography

• Importance in careers, environment, and technology

The Earth and the Solar System

• Components of the Solar System

• Characteristics of planets

• Evidence of Earth’s spherical shape

• Day and night, seasons, time zones, and varying lengths of day/night

Map Work

• Conventional signs and symbols

• Types of scales and their uses

• Cardinal and intercardinal points

• Measuring distances and calculating areas on maps

• Using grid references and map keys

Weather and Climate

• Temperature, rainfall, humidity, wind, sunshine, pressure

• Use of thermometers, hygrometers, barometers, wind vanes, rain gauges

• Drawing simple weather graphs: bar graphs, line graphs

• Distinguishing weather from climate

• Factors influencing climate: latitude, altitude, winds, ocean currents

Environment and Resources

• Renewable and non-renewable resources

• Water, soil, forests, wildlife

• Causes of environmental degradation

• Conservation practices

• Role of individuals and communities in environmental management

Main Reference Material

• KICD Senior School Curriculum Design for Geography (Grade 10)