U Shaped Valley Cross Section — free printable diagram

About this illustration

This colorful, cartoon-style illustration vividly depicts the key features of a glaciated U-valley, a distinct landform shaped by ancient glaciers. It clearly labels "Steep Sides," "Flat Floor" with a river, a "Glacier Remnant" in the background, and a "Hanging Valley" featuring a waterfall on the right side. The image serves to educate students on the geological characteristics and formation of these valleys, explaining that they are carved over thousands of years as glaciers smooth and deepen the landscape. It is ideal for use in geography or earth science lessons, suitable for presentation slides or as a visual reference on worksheets, particularly for labeling or discussion activities. The artwork employs a clear, flat illustration style with prominent labels and descriptive text.

How to use

1. 1Right-click the image and choose “Save image as”, or use the download button.
2. 2Use it in your classroom worksheets, slides or printables — free under CC BY-NC 4.0.
3. 3Attribute as “Image by Kuraplan” or link back to kuraplan.com. Not for commercial resale.