Printable primary worksheets

Capitals and Countries of North America Matching ActivityKnowing some of the capital cities of North American countries helps children develop a basic understanding of geography. It allows them to identify the locations of different countries on a map and appreciate the vastness and diversity of the continent. Understanding the capital cities of North America is a stepping stone to developing global awareness. It opens the door for discussions about other continents, countries, and cultures around the world. Children draw a line to match each country with its capital city.

Capitals and Countries of South America Matching ActivityThis worksheet will help KS1 pupils learn about the capitals and countries of South America in a fun and interactive way. Enjoy discovering the diverse capitals of this amazing continent! 

European Countries & Cities Word SearchThis word search activity helps pupils become familiar with the names of different European countries and cities, promoting geographical awareness. Engaging in a word search is a fun and enjoyable activity that can spark interest in learning about Europe and its diverse cultures. Pupils learn new words related to European countries and cities, expanding their vocabulary.

Asian Country Fact FilesPupils discover some interesting facts about China, India, and Japan. True or false statements encourage pupils to think critically and analyse the information they have learned about each country. They have to consider what they know to decide if the statement is true or false. Using true or false statements about China, Japan, and India creates an enjoyable learning experience for KS1 pupils, helping them develop their knowledge of these countries in an engaging way.

Asian Flags and Capital CitiesPupils enjoy the process of discovering and identifying the flags of diverse Asian countries with this fun worksheet. Use this activity in the classroom or at home for homework.  An answer sheet is included so pupils can mark their own work and make sure each flag is correctly identified with the appropriate country.

Asian countries word search activityThe words included in this puzzle represent some of the fascinating countries in Asia and can make for an engaging and educational word search activity for KS1 pupils. Enjoy and have fun as your pupils search for the 12 words and learn about the wonders of Asia along the way. 

Africa Word SearchThis fun, engaging word search introduces new words related to Africa, expanding pupils' vocabulary and language skills. Pupils learn the names of African countries, natural landmarks, and wildlife, promoting geographical awareness. Children search for 12 words associated with the African continent. They are written forwards, up and down, and diagonally.  

My Favourite Continent Writing ExerciseWriting about their favorite continent helps KS1 pupils to communicate their ideas and interests and improves their writing abilities. Writing about a continent may involve some basic research, which introduces pupils to information-gathering skills and using simple resources like books or websites. Print off this handy activity and use it in the classroom or at home. Take a look at some more worksheets on the seven continents:Discovering ContinentsContinent RiddlesContinents of the World Fun FactsColor the Seven Continents

Discovering ContinentsDiscovering famous landmarks sparks curiosity and interest in different regions of the world, encouraging pupils to learn more about the places and their histories. Pupils look at some famous landmarks and write the name of the continent where each one can be found.