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Geography of Central America Teacher Resources

Find teacher approved Geography of Central America educational resource ideas and activities

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United States of Central America
35
9th
3.0/5 Stars

Ninth graders study the region and individual countries of Central America.  In this Geography instructional activity, 9th graders research different perspectives in the region.  Students participate in a debate. 

Central America and the Caribbean
667
7th - 8th
3.0/5 Stars

In this Central America and the Caribbean activity, students learn about the culture, economics, and life of Central America and the Caribbean. Students utilize a graphic organizer and answer several questions based on their reading.

Geograophy of Mexico And Central America
88
3rd - 5th
3.0/5 Stars

Students create a chart comparing the terrain, climate, economy, environmental issues and natural disasters for Mexico and the Central American countries. They view and discuss a video on the region then compile research on the internet.

Central America: Panama Canal
282
6th - 8th
3.0/5 Stars

Students are introduced to the geography of Central America. On a map, they route different ways to get from Spain to India. In groups, they research the development of the Panama Canal and how it shortened the trip across the Atlantic Ocean.

Video Boxes
5
4th - 5th
3.5/5 Stars

Students create a video box about a Central American country. In this world history lesson plan, student research Central America and pick a country they want to investigate. They work in groups to create a video box that shows images about this country to share with the class. 

Geography of South America
333
K - 5th
4.0/5 Stars

Young explorers study South American geography. They study maps and create a physical map of the Andes themselves! They also research the geography, environment, and the culture of the Andes and present a report to the class.

The Geography of Latin America
97
7th - 10th
4.0/5 Stars

Perfect for a geography or world cultures lesson, the slides in this presentation cover the topography, demographics, and climate of Central America, South America, and the Caribbean. From the apex of the Andes Mountains, to the depths of the Orinoco Lowlands, viewers will enjoy this quick but informative trip to Latin America.

Meso-America
367
5th
3.0/5 Stars

Fifth graders study the culture and history of the Aztecs, Incas and the Maya and their impact on Central America. They research, play games, complete maps and write myths to demonstrate their knowledge as they participate in activities.

Central America Outline Map
174
6th - 8th
3.0/5 Stars

In this blank outline map worksheet, students investigate the political boundaries of Central America and the countries located there.

Central America Map Quiz
74
7th - 12th
4.0/5 Stars

In this online interactive geography quiz worksheet, learners examine the map that includes 22 Central American countries. Students identify the names of the countries in 3 minutes.