Draw or digitally create an A4 map of your civilisation or a major city.

You could either draw your map from scratch, based on a reference image, or you might choose to print a blank map and colour the region of your ancient civilisation! Land borders were very different thousands of years ago so make sure you reflect this.

Your map must include:

3 or more labelled cities or landmarks

Rivers, borders, compass rose, title

Then, write a paragraph explaining how location impacted trade or defence or farming, or religion — link the land to the civilisation’s success!