Develop geography literacy while learning about the unique characteristics of Asia! The 7 Continents: Asia helps students learn about Asia through engaging reading and writing activities. Five geography units cover the following standards-based topics: Section 1: Asia in the WorldIntroduces students to the location of Asia in the world. Asia's Relative Location Asia's Hemispheres Asia's Absolute Location Using a Projection Map Section 2: Political Divisions of AsiaIntroduces students to the six regions and 50 countries of Asia. Population of Asia Countries of Asia Largest Countries by Area Largest Countries by Population Southwest Asia South Asia Central Asia North Asia East Asia Southeast Asia Largest Cities of Asia Section 3: Physical Features of AsiaStudents learn about the landforms and bodies of water of Asia. Asia's Landscape The Himalayas Trek to the Summit of Everest The Indian Subcontinent The Arabian and Gobi Deserts Siberia's Landforms Japan's Islands Asia's Tropical Rainforests Asia's Bodies of Water Asia's Inland Seas and Lakes Important Rivers of Asia Section 4: Valuable Resources of AsiaStudents learn about the various natural resources of Asia. Oil Production in Asia China's Coal Energy Fishing in Asia Rice: An Asia Staple Asia's Forests Amazing Wildlife of Asia Tigers of Asia Working Animals Section 5: Asian CultureIntroduces students to the architecture, education, arts, beliefs, and traditions of Asia. Tourist Attractions Arts and Entertainment Major Religions of Asia Education of Asia Asian Cuisine Celebrations This resource contains teacher support pages, reproducible student pages, and an answer key.
