Description
The Geography of Africa - Map Analysis
The main goal of this lesson is for students to analyze different maps of Africa to learn about how its geography impacts life in the region
18 Slide PowerPoint Includes:
- Do Now
- Informational Charts on different physical features of Africa
- 2 Video Links 3 Assessment Questions
- Identifying Physical Features Assessment
- Activity Instructions
- Conclusion Question
For the activity, there are three different options, each involving a Region, Climate, Physical, and Population Map
Activity Option 1: Map Analysis Question Sheet
- Students answer the 5-6 comprehension and analysis questions on each map
Activity Option 2: Map Analysis Organizer where students…
- Makes observations on climate and physical maps:
- Describe the advantages/disadvantages of Africa based on these maps
- Examine how the population map is influenced by both climate and physical geography
Activity Option 3:Comparing Africa’s Regions Activity
- Students pick two regions of Africa to compare and make observations of the climate, physical features, and population of those regions
Full Keys are provided for each activity option!
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