Using maps to locate the countries of Europe
I can use atlas maps and a globe to locate the continent and countries of Europe.
Using maps to locate the countries of Europe
I can use atlas maps and a globe to locate the continent and countries of Europe.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Europe extends from the Atlantic Ocean (west) to Asia (east), to Arctic Circle (north) to the Mediterranean Sea (south).
- Atlas maps and a globe can be used to identify the location of countries in Europe.
Keywords
Continent - A large landmass on Earth of which there are seven: Africa, Asia, South America, North America, Antarctica, Europe and Oceania.
Location and position - A location is the particular position of something on Earth.
Globe - A globe is a map of Earth on a sphere.
Atlas map - Atlas maps show the location of places and features at global or national scale.
Common misconception
The UK is no longer in Europe.
The UK is located in Europe but is no longer part of the European Union (a political and economic union of 27 European countries).
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
Europe
South America
Oceania
Asia
Africa
These are natural features, e.g. lakes and mountains.
These are man made features, e.g. bridges and roads.