Develop geography literacy while learning about the unique characteristics of South America!
The 7 Continents: South America helps students learn about South America through fun reading and writing activities.
Five geography units cover the following standards-based topics:
Section 1: South America in the World
Introduces students to the location of South America in the world.
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South America's Relative Location
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South America's Hemispheres
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South America's Absolute Location
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Using a Projection Map
Section 2: Political Divisions of South America
Introduces students to the three regions and 12 countries of South America.
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Population of South America
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Countries of South America
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Largest Countries by Area
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Largest Countries by Population
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Western South America
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Population of Western South America
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Northern South America
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Population of Northern South America
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Eastern South America
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Population of Eastern South America
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Capital Cities of South America
Section 3: Physical Features of South America
Students learn about the landforms and bodies of water of South America.
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South America's Landscape
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Andes Mountains
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Highlands of South America
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Plains of South America
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Amazon Rainforest
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Atacama Desert
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Tierra del Fuego
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South America's Bodies of Water
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Amazon River
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Lake Titicaca
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Angel Falls
Section 4: Valuable Resources of South America
Students learn about the various natural resources of South America.
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Oil in Venezuela
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Itaipu Dam
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Mining Metals
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Agriculture
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Cattle
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Llamas and Alpacas
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Rainforest Resources
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Amazon Rainforest Wildlife
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Galapagos Islands Wildlife
Section 5: South American Culture
Introduces students to the architecture, art, beliefs, and traditions of South American people.
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Tourist Attractions
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Arts and Entertainment
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Religions of South America
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Native Cultures
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South American Cuisine
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Celebrations
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