Exploring Fortnite's Geography

Year 6 Geography Lesson 6: Map Skills & Virtual Worlds Understanding landscapes through gaming

Success Criteria for Today

I can identify different landforms in virtual environments I can use compass directions and grid references I can compare virtual landscapes to real places I can create my own geographical descriptions

What Makes a Good Map?

Think about maps you've used before What features help you navigate? How do game maps compare to real maps?

Fortnite Map Analysis

Real vs Virtual Landscapes

{"left":"Snowy mountains with ski slopes\nDesert areas with cacti and sand\nCoastal regions with beaches","right":"Urban areas with tall buildings\nForests with dense tree coverage\nRivers and lakes for water sources"}

Map Skills Challenge

Using grid references to find locations Identifying compass directions between places Measuring distances using the map scale Describing routes between named locations

Landforms in Fortnite

Mountains and hills for high ground advantage Valleys and lowlands for shelter Rivers providing natural boundaries Coastlines with varied beach types Forests offering cover and resources

Geographic Thinking

'Geography is the study of places and the relationships between people and their environments' How does this apply to virtual worlds?

Design Your Own Island

Extension Activity for Advanced Learners Create a detailed map of your ideal island Include at least 5 different landforms Add a legend with symbols and scale Write a geographical description

Reflection & Next Steps

What geographical skills did we practice today? How can gaming help us understand real places? Next lesson: Comparing Fortnite to real UK landscapes Home learning: Find a real place that matches a Fortnite location