2. Let’s take a journey to the seven continents! By: Neporshaie Jones

3. Why it is important to know about the continents It’s important to know about the continents because it allows us to explore and learn about other countries. It helps us to have an understanding on the different foods, languages, and peoples.

4. NORTH AMERICA  Third largest continent  Most people speak English, Spanish, or French  Only continent with every kind of climate  Surrounded by the Atlantic and Pacific Ocean.  Where Alabama is located

5. SOUTH AMERICA  Only continent in the world to have wild pink dolphins  Contains 12 countries  Largest rain forest in the world  Has the most people  Andean Condor is the largest bird in the world

6. EUROPE  Sixth largest continent in size  Bordered by the Mediterranean Sea and Atlantic Ocean  A wealthy continent  Temperate forests and grasslands

7. ASIA  Worlds largest and more people live there  Divided into 5 sub regions  Has many different languages, foods, and cultures  It’s also a temperate environment

8. AFRICA  Second largest continent in the world  53 countries  Home to the Nile River  500 different types of fish

9. AUSTRALIA  Sixth largest country by area  The outback covers much of the land  Mountain ranges, desert, and rainforests  Different animals like the Koala Bear

10. ANTARCTICA  Southernmost continent  South Pole is located there  Home to penguins and seals  Considered a desert because lack of rain

11. RESOURCES www.ask.com/ question/ fun facts for kids www.sciencekids.co.nz/sciencefacts/earth www.ask.com/