Develop geography literacy while learning about the unique characteristics of Europe The 7 Continents: Europe helps students learn about Europe through engaging reading and writing activities. Five geography units cover the following standards-based topics: Section 1: Europe in the World Introduces students to the location of Europe in the world. Europes Relative Location Europes Hemispheres Europes Absolute Location Using a Projection Map Section 2: Political Divisions of Europe Introduces students to the four regions and 45 countries of Europe. Population of Europe Countries of Europe Largest Countries by Area Largest Countries by Population Western Europe Eastern Europe Southern Europe Northern Europe Capital Cities of Europe Communism in Europe European Union Section 3: Physical Features of Europe Students learn about the landforms and bodies of water of Europe. Europes Landscape European Peninsulas European Islands Mountains of Europe Volcanoes of Europe Europes Forests Northern Tundra Europes Bodies of Water Seas of Europe Rhine River Norways Fjords Section 4: Valuable Resources of Europe Students learn about the various natural resources of Europe. Oil Production in Europe Fishing in Europe Europes Grains and Potatoes Olives of the Mediterranean Wine Production in Europe Europes Livestock Europes Forests Wildlife of Europe Section 5: European Culture Introduces students to the architecture, arts, beliefs, and traditions of Europe. Tourist Attractions Fine Art Influential Music Popular Sports in Europe Major Religions of Europe European Cuisine Celebrations