Picture match - Countries of North America
Geography Resource Description
North America is a continent that encompasses a diverse range of countries, each with its own unique geographical features and cultural heritage. Among the countries situated in North America are the United States of America (USA), Mexico, Canada, Costa Rica, and Greenland. The USA is known for its vast size and variety of landscapes, including the Grand Canyon and the Great Plains. Mexico is famous for its rich history, exemplified by ancient ruins like Chichen Itza, as well as its diverse ecosystems. Canada, the second-largest country in the world by land area, boasts incredible natural scenery such as the Rocky Mountains and the Great Lakes.
Costa Rica, while smaller in size, is renowned for its biodiversity and conservation efforts, with a significant portion of its land protected as national parks. Greenland, though geographically part of North America, is politically and culturally associated with Europe as an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark. It is the world's largest island and is predominantly covered by ice. In a picture match activity, participants would be challenged to correctly identify these countries by matching them with numbers, earning points for each correct location. This activity not only tests geographical knowledge but also encourages learning about the distinguishing features of these North American countries.