African country identification Grades 6-8 Standards • SS.7.3.1 Africa Political Map Objectives • Students will be able to identify countries in Africa. Background information • Africa is a continent that straddles the northern and southern hemispheres. • Climate ranges from dry Saharan desert to dense jungle. • About fifty countries make up the continent of Africa. Procedure • Have students complete the worksheet by labeling the countries of Africa. Recommended Assessment • Grade students on worksheet completeness and correctness. Extensions • Have students also complete the African Destination lesson.