Discovering the World: Exploring Continents, Countries, and Capitals

Discovering the World: Exploring Continents, Countries, and Capitals

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson you will be able to ask and answer questions about the geography of the world, including continents, countries, and capitals.

What do you already know about the geography of the world?

Introduction to Geography

Geography is the study of the Earth's landscapes, environments, and the relationships between people and their environments. It includes the exploration of continents, countries, and capitals.

Continents of the World

There are seven continents in the world: Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Antarctica, Europe, and Australia.

Questioning Continents

What are the seven continents of the world? Can you name the continents and identify them on a map?

Countries and Capitals

Each continent is made up of several countries, each with its own capital city. For example, in North America, there are countries like the United States, Canada, and Mexico with their respective capitals.

Identifying Countries and Capitals

Can you name a country and its capital from each continent? What is the capital of Canada? What about Japan?

Interactive Map Activity

Use an interactive map or globe to locate and identify continents, countries, and their capitals. Work in pairs to quiz each other on locations.

Review and Discussion

Recap the main points about continents, countries, and capitals. Discuss any questions or areas that need further explanation.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.