Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to identify and locate the continents on a map and understand their basic characteristics.

Materials and Prep

Materials: World map or globe

Prep: Familiarize yourself with the names and locations of the continents.

Activities

1. Show the student a world map or globe and point out the different continents. Ask the student to repeat the names of each continent after you.

2. Play a game of "Simon Says" where you say "Simon says, touch North America" or "Simon says, point to Africa" and have the student follow the instructions.

3. Create a simple quiz by asking the student to point to different continents on the map or globe and providing positive reinforcement for correct answers.

First Grade Talking Points

• "Continents are big pieces of land on Earth. Can you say the word 'continent'?"
• "North America is where we live. Can you point to North America on the map?"
• "Africa is a continent with many animals like lions and elephants. Can you find Africa on the map?"
• "Asia is the biggest continent. Can you point to Asia on the map?"
• "Australia is a continent and a country. Can you find Australia on the map?"
• "Europe is a continent with many old castles and buildings. Can you point to Europe on the map?"
• "South America is where the Amazon Rainforest is. Can you find South America on the map?"
• "Antarctica is a very cold continent with lots of ice and penguins. Can you point to Antarctica on the map?"