Develop geography literacy while learning about the unique characteristics of Australia and Oceania!

The 7 Continents: Australia and Oceania helps students learn about Australia and Oceania through engaging reading and writing activities.

Five geography units cover the following standards-based topics:

Section 1: Australia and Oceania in the World
Introduces students to the location of Australia and Oceania in the world.
Australia and Oceania's Relative Location
Australia and Oceania's Hemispheres
Australia and Oceania's Absolute Location
Using a Projection Map

Section 2: Political Divisions of Australia and Oceania
Introduces students to the four regions and 14 countries of Australia and Oceania.
Population of Australia and Oceania
Countries of Australia and Oceania
Largest Countries by Area
Smallest Countries by Area
Largest Countries by Population
Dependent Territories
Australia
Melanesia
Micronesia
Polynesia
Capital Cities

Section 3: Physical Features of Australia and Oceania
Students learn about the landforms and bodies of water of Australia and Oceania.
Landscape of Australia and Oceania
Deserts of Australia
Ayers Rock
The Great Barrier Reef
Islands of Oceania
Mountain Ranges
Rainforests
Bodies of Water
New Zealand's Fjords
Australia's Lakes
Australia's Rivers

Section 4: Valuable Resources of Australia and Oceania
Students learn about the various natural resources of Australia and Oceania.
Coal in Australia
Hydroelectricity in New Zealand
Mining Metals and Minerals
Agriculture in Australia
Sheep Farming
Fishing in Oceania
Oceania Tourism
Unique Wildlife

Section 5: Australia and Oceanian Culture
Introduces students to the beliefs and traditions of the people of Australia and Oceania.
Tourist Attractions
Arts and Entertainment
Major Religions
Native Cultures
Cuisine
Celebrations