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Keywords: Maps, Geography

Global Regions: Africa

Produced in this U.S. Region: Northeast

Universities: Boston University



Subjects: Government, History and Social Studies

Resource Types: Curriculum, Maps

Instructional Strategies: Analytical Model, Group Work, Hands-On

Themes: Political Economy

Levels: Elementary (K-5), High School (9-12), Middle School (6-8)

 

How Big is Africa?

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Curriculum guide and poster designed to enhance student understanding of the African continent and its geography

The How Big is Africa? Curriculum Guide was created to accompany the full-color poster "How Big is Africa," produced by the Boston University African Studies Center.  This online curriculum guide consists of six lesson plans designed to enhance students' understanding of the size and geography of the African continent.  The webpage includes Mercator, Peters and Goode maps of the world.

The How Big is Africa poster can be purchased through the Boston University African Studies Center and includes a full set of lessons for various grade levels.  For a preview of the poster, download the PDF at the link below.

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How Big Is Africa?
 

Produced at: Boston University, African Studies Center

Recommended by: Boston University African Studies Center

Year Produced: 1998

Material: Online lesson plans, maps, suggested readings



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