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Which subject	Geography
What topic	Continents and capital city in Australia
What length (min)	30
What age group	Doesn't matter
Class size	20
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Lesson plan

Topic

Continents and Capital City in Australia

Objectives

• Students will be able to identify the seven continents of the world.
• Students will learn about Australia’s capital city, Canberra, including its significance and location.
• Students will develop mapping skills by locating continents and Australia on a world map.
• Students will engage in group activities to enhance collaboration and communication skills.

Materials

• World maps (printed or digital)
• Markers or pens
• Worksheets about continents and Australia’s capital city
• Projector and screen for presentation (if available)
• Whiteboard and dry-erase markers

Grade/Age Group

Grades 4-6 (ages 9-12)

Subject

Geography

Class Size

20 students

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson aligns with the U.S. National Geography Standards by promoting understanding of global geography, nations, and the special characteristics of places.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length (minutes)	Details
1	Introduction to Continents	5	Briefly introduce the concept of continents. Show a world map and highlight the seven continents.
2	Focus on Australia	5	Present interesting facts about Australia. Explain its location on the world map and introduce Canberra as the capital city.
3	Mapping Activity	10	Distribute worksheets with blank maps. Guide students in locating the continents and marking Australia and Canberra.
4	Group Discussion	5	Divide students into small groups to discuss what they learned about Australia and its capital city.
5	Individual Reflection	5	Students will individually write down one interesting fact they learned about Australia and its capital.
6	Conclusion and Homework Assignment	5	Summarize the lesson. Assign homework: Research one additional fact about Canberra and write a short paragraph.

Assessment

• Informal assessment through observation during group discussions.
• Review of completed worksheets for accuracy.
• Collect individual reflections for understanding and insight into the lesson topic.

Homework

Students will research one additional fact about Canberra and write a short paragraph about it. Homework will be collected for evaluation without students presenting it in front of the class.

Additional Notes

• Ensure to accommodate diverse learning needs by providing visual aids and group work.
• Keep the atmosphere supportive and encourage questions throughout the lesson.

Lesson script