The Parent Q&A sheet for The Longest River in the UK – Can You Guess? is designed to give home-educating parents the confidence to guide their children through this engaging geography topic. The focus is on the River Severn, which is often confused with the River Thames, and why that confusion happens. This sheet breaks down the facts in simple, clear language, helping you answer your child’s questions and explore the topic together in more depth.

The sheet includes 20 thought-provoking questions with detailed answers, along with some extra ideas for creative conversation and follow-up tasks. Whether you’re new to home education or experienced, this resource is flexible enough to use at your own pace and in your own style. You don’t need to be a geography expert — this guide gives you everything you need to support your child’s curiosity and learning journey.

It’s perfect for use alongside our main article or lesson plan on UK rivers, and it works well for learners aged 8–16. The aim is to build knowledge, develop thinking skills, and encourage discussion about geography, nature, and how we understand the world around us.