Develop geography literacy while learning about the unique characteristics of Australia and Oceania!
The 7 Continents: Australia and Oceania helps students learn about Australia and Oceania through engaging reading and writing activities.
Five geography units cover the following standards-based topics:
Section 1: Australia and Oceania in the World
Introduces students to the location of Australia and Oceania in the world.
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Australia and Oceania's Relative Location
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Australia and Oceania's Hemispheres
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Australia and Oceania's Absolute Location
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Using a Projection Map
Section 2: Political Divisions of Australia and Oceania
Introduces students to the four regions and 14 countries of Australia and Oceania.
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Population of Australia and Oceania
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Countries of Australia and Oceania
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Largest Countries by Area
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Smallest Countries by Area
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Largest Countries by Population
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Dependent Territories
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Australia
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Melanesia
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Micronesia
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Polynesia
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Capital Cities
Section 3: Physical Features of Australia and Oceania
Students learn about the landforms and bodies of water of Australia and Oceania.
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Landscape of Australia and Oceania
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Deserts of Australia
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Ayers Rock
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The Great Barrier Reef
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Islands of Oceania
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Mountain Ranges
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Rainforests
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Bodies of Water
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New Zealand's Fjords
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Australia's Lakes
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Australia's Rivers
Section 4: Valuable Resources of Australia and Oceania
Students learn about the various natural resources of Australia and Oceania.
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Coal in Australia
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Hydroelectricity in New Zealand
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Mining Metals and Minerals
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Agriculture in Australia
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Sheep Farming
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Fishing in Oceania
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Oceania Tourism
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Unique Wildlife
Section 5: Australia and Oceanian Culture
Introduces students to the beliefs and traditions of the people of Australia and Oceania.
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Tourist Attractions
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Arts and Entertainment
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Major Religions
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Native Cultures
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Cuisine
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Celebrations
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