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.

INTERACTIVE NOTEBOOK:

•Date = •Title = Political Map of Africa •Page # =

TYPES OF MAPS:

•What are the different types of maps?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gY22KaQk0c4

MENTAL MAP: • To begin our mapping lesson, lets start with making a mental map. • In your Interactive Notebook, draw a map of Africa. • Include as many countries as you can!

•You have 3 minutes to complete this activity!

• http://www.online-stopwatch.com/

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

DIRECTIONS: 1.) Label each country – write out the entire name of each country. 2.) Color each country – follow directions on the map.

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

SOURCE:

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

AFRICA MAP QUIZ – NEXT WEEK!

Study Help:

http://faculty.humanities.uci.edu/mitchell/africastudymap.html