ENTRY TASK: 1.) Approximately how many countries are in Africa? 2.) Why do you think this number changes or varies throughout the years?

OBJECTIVE:

•The students will be able to locate all the countries in Africa on a political map.

TYPES OF MAPS:

•What are the different types of maps?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UNMT653Ab5o

LEARNING TASK: •Color and label a political map of Africa!

DIRECTIONS: 1.) Label each country – pencil first, then black fine point marker. 2.) Color each country – follow directions on the map.

Helpful Hint: •Only use colored pencils• Color lightly • Color in one direction•Neatness counts!

INTERACTIVE NOTEBOOKS:

•Title = Political Map of Africa

•Right Side = Political Map of Africa

•Left Side = Africa Scavenger Hunt & Challenge

SOURCES:

• http://kids.nationalgeographic.com

• www.sheppardsoftware.com

• www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook

• http://factfinder2.census.gov