Spain: Geography Vocabulary Adventure
Year 3 Geography Exploring Spain and Key Geography Terms Learning Journey Begins!
Our Learning Adventure Goals
Success Criteria: • I can define 6 key geography vocabulary words • I can locate Spain on a map using geography terms • I can explain where Spain is using proper vocabulary • I can use geography words in sentences about Spain
Vocabulary Word 1: Hemisphere
Definition: Half of the Earth The Earth is divided into Northern and Southern hemispheres Spain is in the Northern Hemisphere The equator separates the two hemispheres
Vocabulary Word 2: Continent
Definition: A very large area of land There are 7 continents on Earth Spain is on the continent of Europe Other continents include Asia, Africa, and North America
Vocabulary Word 3: Europe
Definition: The continent where Spain is located Europe has many different countries Spain shares Europe with countries like France and Italy Europe is surrounded by water on three sides
Geography Detective Challenge
Look at the map and find: • Point to Spain on the map • Name the continent Spain is in • Which hemisphere is Spain located in? • Can you spot any islands near Spain?
More Vocabulary: Country, Island & Border
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Vocabulary Challenge Quiz
Can you use our new vocabulary words? 1. Spain is a _____ in Europe 2. Spain is in the Northern _____ 3. The Balearic Islands are _____ near Spain 4. Spain shares a _____ with France