Hot and Cold Topic – Homes around the World
We have been looking at different animals in hot and cold climates and we had started learning about Inuit people living in cold climates in school. So today we will learn about different types of traditional homes around the world. So fasten your seat belt and let’s go!
People from around the world build their houses differently depending on the climate of the country that they live in. The climate in Britain and Europe is quite mild and so most people live in houses and flats. 
However, some countries are very hot, some have severe floods, and some are very cold so the houses in these countries are adapted to suit the weather conditions. For example, in the Arctic, it is very cold and snowy. The Inuit people build igloos out of snow to live in because they are good insulators (stopping heat being transferred). Even though it is extremely cold outside, the igloos stay warm inside. There is only one room in an igloo for the whole family to sleep and live in.
To learn about more homes around the world click on the ppt. below! Look at the different homes and answer and discuss the questions below with a family member.
Homes Around the World (click here for ppt)
- Which house would you like to live in and why?
- Which house would you not live in? Why?
- Why do you think lots of people in Australia have swimming pools in their gardens?
- In which country would you find a yert?
- Why are Japanese homes made out of wood?
- Why do homes in Spain have a flat roof?
TASK: Choose a home from around the world and make it out of any materials you have lying around the house. It could be made from lego, play dough, cardboard, old kitchen rolls, what ever you have be creative! Decorate it too!
Sing-a-long Break
Friday Fun Quiz!
Let’s end the week with a fun quiz. Play along on your own or with you family! You might need to pause it to discuss your answers. Have a lovely weekend and we will be back on Monday ready for a fun new week! Take care and be safe!
