Regions of Africa Lesson - 5 Culture Regions & Map Activities | Print & Digital

This lesson explores the five regions of Africa through geography, culture, landforms, and map activities. Students examine each physical region and compare how location, environment, and culture shape different parts of the continent. Use it as an activity, an intro lesson, or a map-based introduction to Africa’s diverse cultures and landforms. Everything you need is included!

Start with a fun “Rank It - Continents” warm-up, examining geography and cultures worldwide. Next, the “Divide It” activity challenges your class to analyze thematic maps to determine the best way to divide Africa into five regions. Fill-in notes accompany the lesson. Next, students create labeled maps of the five African regions: Northern, Eastern, Central, Western, and Southern Africa. Finally, review the main concepts of the lesson with a “What If…” predictions activity.

What’s Included:

• Guided Lesson Slides
• Fill-in Notes
• Investigate Activity
• Answer Keys
• Teacher Guide

Aligned with Social Studies Standards:

• CCSS, TEKS, ELPS & NCSS

Total Pages:  63

Time:  90 Minutes

Grades:  6-12