North America Reader Worksheet North America
Continent Quest Series
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Our Home Base
North America is the continent we live on! It is the third-largest continent in the world. It is surrounded by the Arctic Ocean to the north, the Atlantic Ocean to the east, and the Pacific Ocean to the west.
There are many different countries in North America. The three biggest ones are Canada, the United States, and Mexico. You can find almost every kind of weather here! There are icy tundras in the north and hot, sandy deserts in the south.
Cool Facts
• Niagara Falls is a group of huge waterfalls on the border of Canada and the USA.
• The Bald Eagle is the national bird of the United States.
Landmarks
• The Grand Canyon is a giant valley in Arizona that is over a mile deep!
• Denali is the highest mountain peak in all of North America.
Travel Check-In
1. Which oceans surround North America?
2. Name the three biggest countries in North America.
3. What is one interesting fact you learned about the Grand Canyon?
North America Explorer
South America Reader Worksheet 🌎 South America
South America
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The Green Continent
South America is a beautiful continent full of thick jungles and tall mountains. It is located mostly south of the equator. The Atlantic Ocean is on its east side, and the Pacific Ocean is on its west side.
This continent is home to the Amazon Rainforest, which is the largest rainforest in the world! Thousands of different animals and plants live there. The Andes Mountains also run along the west coast. They are some of the highest mountains on Earth.
Amazing Animals
• The Amazon River is home to pink river dolphins that can swim through flooded forests!
• Llamas and Alpacas are fluffy animals that live high up in the Andes Mountains.
Water Power
• The Amazon River carries more water than any other river in the whole world.
• Angel Falls in Venezuela is the world's tallest waterfall!
Travel Check-In
1. Where is the largest rainforest in the world located?
2. What are the names of the two oceans on either side of South America?
3. Describe one interesting animal that lives in South America.
South America Explorer
South America Answer Key Answer Key
South America Reader
Level 2nd Grade
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Where is the largest rainforest in the world located?
The largest rainforest (the Amazon) is located in South America.
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What are the names of the two oceans on either side of South America?
The Atlantic Ocean and the Pacific Ocean.
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Describe one interesting animal that lives in South America.
(Answers will vary) Students might describe the pink river dolphins in the Amazon River or llamas and alpacas in the Andes Mountains.
Scoring Note: Answers should be written in complete sentences. Encourage students to use evidence from the text to support their answers.
North America Reader Worksheet 🌎 North America
North America
Continent Quest: Traveler's Guide
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Our Home Base
North America is the continent we live on! It is the third-largest continent in the world. It is surrounded by the Arctic Ocean to the north, the Atlantic Ocean to the east, and the Pacific Ocean to the west.
There are many different countries in North America. The three biggest ones are Canada, the United States, and Mexico. You can find almost every kind of weather here! There are icy tundras in the north and hot, sandy deserts in the south.
Cool Facts
• Niagara Falls is a group of huge waterfalls on the border of Canada and the USA.
• The Bald Eagle is the national bird of the United States.
Landmarks
• The Grand Canyon is a giant valley in Arizona that is over a mile deep!
• Denali is the highest mountain peak in all of North America.
Travel Check-In
1. Which oceans surround North America?
2. Name the three biggest countries in North America.
3. What is one interesting fact you learned about the Grand Canyon?
North America Explorer
North America Answer Key Answer Key
North America Reader
Level 2nd Grade
1
Which oceans surround North America?
The Arctic Ocean, the Atlantic Ocean, and the Pacific Ocean.
2
Name the three biggest countries in North America.
The three biggest countries are Canada, the United States, and Mexico.
3
What is one interesting fact you learned about the Grand Canyon?
(Answers will vary) Students should mention that it is a giant valley in Arizona that is over a mile deep.
Scoring Note: Answers should be written in complete sentences. Encourage students to use evidence from the text to support their answers. Accept any reasonable variation of the responses above.
Africa Reader Worksheet 🌍 Africa
Africa
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The Wild Continent
Africa is the second-largest continent in the world. It is a very special place with many different types of land. You can find huge, dry deserts, grassy savannas, and thick green rainforests there.
The Nile River is in Africa, and it is the longest river in the world! Africa is also famous for its amazing animals. Many of the animals we see in zoos, like lions, elephants, and giraffes, live in the wild on the African savanna.
Desert Wonders
• The Sahara Desert is the largest hot desert in the world. It is almost as big as the whole United States!
History
• Ancient Egypt is in Africa. People there built giant pyramids thousands of years ago!
Travel Check-In
1. What is the name of the longest river in the world, located in Africa?
2. Name two types of land you can find in Africa.
3. How big is the Sahara Desert compared to the United States?
Africa Explorer
Africa Answer Key Answer Key
Africa Reader
Level 2nd Grade
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What is the name of the longest river in the world, located in Africa?
The longest river in the world is the Nile River.
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Name two types of land you can find in Africa.
Students can name any two: deserts, savannas, or rainforests.
3
How big is the Sahara Desert compared to the United States?
The Sahara Desert is almost as big as the whole United States.
Scoring Note: Answers should be written in complete sentences.
Asia Reader Worksheet 🌏 Asia
Asia
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The Giant Continent
Asia is the largest continent in the world! It is so big that it covers about one-third of all the land on Earth. More people live in Asia than on any other continent.
Asia has some of the highest mountains in the world, called the Himalayas. Mount Everest, the very tallest mountain on Earth, is found there. This continent also has many different islands and huge cities.
Big Wall
• The Great Wall of China is in Asia. It is the longest structure ever built by humans!
Rare Animals
• Giant Pandas and Tigers are two famous animals that live in Asia.
Travel Check-In
1. How much of the land on Earth is covered by Asia?
2. What is the name of the tallest mountain in the world?
3. What is the Great Wall of China known for?
Asia Explorer
Asia Answer Key Answer Key
Asia Reader
Level 2nd Grade
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How much of the land on Earth is covered by Asia?
Asia covers about one-third of all the land on Earth.
2
What is the name of the tallest mountain in the world?
The tallest mountain is Mount Everest.
3
What is the Great Wall of China known for?
It is known for being the longest structure ever built by humans.
Scoring Note: Answers should be written in complete sentences.
Europe Reader Worksheet 🌍 Europe
Europe
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The Old Continent
Europe is the second-smallest continent, but it is packed with many different countries and cultures! It is located in the Northern Hemisphere, right next to Asia.
Europe is famous for its history. You can find very old buildings, like castles and cathedrals, in almost every country. Some of the most famous cities in the world are in Europe, like Paris, London, and Rome.
Tower Power
• The Eiffel Tower is a very famous iron tower in Paris, France. Millions of people visit it every year!
Tasty Foods
• Many foods we love come from Europe, like pizza from Italy and chocolate from Belgium!
Travel Check-In
1. Is Europe a large or small continent?
2. Name three famous cities you can find in Europe.
3. Where can you find the Eiffel Tower?
Europe Explorer
Europe Answer Key Answer Key
Europe Reader
Level 2nd Grade
1
Is Europe a large or small continent?
Europe is a small continent (it is the second-smallest).
2
Name three famous cities you can find in Europe.
Paris, London, and Rome.
3
Where can you find the Eiffel Tower?
In Paris, France.
Scoring Note: Answers should be written in complete sentences.
Australia Reader Worksheet 🌏 Australia
Australia
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The Island Continent
Australia is the smallest continent in the world. It is also the only continent that is also its own country! Because it is completely surrounded by water, it is sometimes called the "Island Continent."
Australia is home to the Great Barrier Reef, which is the largest coral reef system on Earth. You can see it from outer space! Most of the middle of Australia is a dry, desert-like area called the Outback.
Unique Animals
• Australia has animals you can't find anywhere else, like kangaroos, koalas, and platypuses!
Did You Know?
• The Sydney Opera House is a very famous building that looks like white sails on the water.
Travel Check-In
1. Why is Australia called the "Island Continent"?
2. What is the name of the dry area in the middle of Australia?
3. Name two unique animals that live in Australia.
Australia Explorer
Australia Answer Key Answer Key
Australia Reader
Level 2nd Grade
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Why is Australia called the "Island Continent"?
Because it is completely surrounded by water.
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What is the name of the dry area in the middle of Australia?
The middle of Australia is called the Outback.
3
Name two unique animals that live in Australia.
Any two from: kangaroos, koalas, or platypuses.
Scoring Note: Answers should be written in complete sentences.
Antarctica Reader Worksheet 🧊 Antarctica
Antarctica
Continent Quest: Traveler's Guide
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The Ice Continent
Antarctica is the coldest, windiest, and driest continent on Earth. It is located at the South Pole and is almost completely covered in ice all year long.
No people live in Antarctica forever. Scientists only visit there to study the ice and the animals. It is so cold that there are no trees or flowers, but there is plenty of water in the form of frozen glaciers!
Penguin Party
• Emperor Penguins live in Antarctica. They huddle together in big groups to stay warm during the freezing winter.
Fun Fact
• Antarctica holds 90% of all the ice on Earth! If all that ice melted, the oceans would rise very high.
Travel Check-In
1. Where is Antarctica located?
2. Do people live in Antarctica all the time? Why or why not?
3. How do Emperor Penguins stay warm in the winter?
Antarctica Explorer
Antarctica Answer Key Answer Key
Antarctica Reader
Level 2nd Grade
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Where is Antarctica located?
Antarctica is located at the South Pole.
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Do people live in Antarctica all the time? Why or why not?
No, it is too cold and has no cities. Only scientists visit to study it.
3
How do Emperor Penguins stay warm in the winter?
They huddle together in big groups to stay warm.
Scoring Note: Answers should be written in complete sentences.
