Watch: Rivers fieldwork investigation
Play the video to see how Ayesha and James carry out their investigation at the river.
Ayesha: Look, it's raining. I'm glad I brought my coat.
James: Yeah, it's great…
Ayesha: We're going to have to be really careful. The rocks near the river look wet and very slippery. Make sure you stay away from the edge.
James: Oops! Yeah, we'll need to be really careful.
Ayesha: Woop.I'd like to do some drawing but it's raining so hard that I think it's going to be difficult. I'll take a photo instead and add the physical features afterwards.
James: I've got a tablet to take photos with, but I don't want to get it wet.
Ayesha: There are some trees over there, we can shelter under them.
James: I'll ask Miss if it's OK.
Teacher: That's fine, but stay where we can see you, OK?
Ayesha: Thanks, Miss.
James: Make sure you get the landscape in. Can you see the curve of the river?
Ayesha: Yep!
James: We can note the features on the photo using the tablet.I've borrowed an umbrella.
Ayesha: Great! Now I can draw in the physical and human features.
James: We should measure how fast the river flows.
Ayesha: OK, I'll measure ten metres.
James: I'll drop the orange and then you time how long it takes to travel ten metres. Ready?
Ayesha: Yep!
James: Go!
Ayesha: Let's do it three times, then we'll work out the average time.I think we've got everything!
James: Oof! Great… That's great…
Tips for carrying out your fieldwork
Image caption, Before you leave for fieldwork, make sure you pack all the equipment you will need.
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Things to remember
When you carry out your fieldwork investigation, remember to:
- be prepared - bring the things you need for the fieldwork.
- remember how to stay safe - wearing the right clothing to protect yourself, and staying near your adult.
- remember your plans, but be ready to change them if you need to
- record your findings carefully
Activity: Quiz – Carrying out fieldwork
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