Continent maps are a great way to introduce children to geography. Unfortunately, they can be super uber expensive. Ideally, I’d love to have the real Montessori continent maps because they were carefully designed by Montessori herself. They are durable, made of natural wood, and highly attractive. If you don’t have the resources to purchase a continent map, there are alternative ways you can introduce the concepts to your child, without putting a huge dent in your wallet!
Creating a felt continent map is very easy. Go to your local fabric store, and get the following colors:
Orange=North America
Pink=South America
White=Antartica
Green=Africa
Red=Europe
Yellow=China
Brown=Australia
Blue=Oceans
**I recommend purchasing scissors especially made for felt. Regular scissor often tear up the felt.
Go to google and search for: “outline of continents” or “continent maps”, and you should find a bunch of different options. Trace each continent on the appropriate felt color.
After all the continents are cut out, trace two large circles on the blue felt. Cut them out, and those pieces will be your oceans. Lay the continents on top (in the appropriate place ofcourse!) and VOILA! Your Continent Map!
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