Africa Geography, Landforms, Places Lesson and Map Activities - Print & Digital
This lesson on African geography, landforms, and places explores the continent's physical features. The activities are engaging for students, and the guided 5-E format is easy for you to use! Everything you need is included!
Start with a fun “The Amazing Race” warm-up, introducing places around the continent. Next, the “Plot It…” challenge prompts students to locate African nations on a political map using latitude and longitude coordinates. After that, students will follow relative location clues to “Find It…” and identify geographic features on a physical map of the continent. Finally, a “Think About It…” scenario encourages critical thinking to summarize the lesson.
Digital & Printable Resources:
- Guided Class Slides
- 3 Practice Activities
- Answer Keys
- Teacher Guide
Microsoft and Google Compatible
Aligned with Social Studies Standards: CCSS, TEKS, ELPS & NCSS
Total Pages: 65
Time: 1 Hour
Grades: 5-12