Year 2 Unit 1: Planet Earth The Earth
Equator
• A globe shows where land and sea is on planet Earth. • A continent is a very large area of land. There are seven continents on Earth. • Over 70% of Earth’s surface is covered in water.
• Most places at the Equator are very warm.
Knowledge organiser Europe
Asia
• A small continent. • Has many famous landmarks. • It can be warm and sunny in the south, and cooler in the north.
• The biggest continent (48 countries). • Has the world’s lowest point (the Dead Sea) and highest point (the Himalayas). • Has lots of habitats and animals.
Oceania • The smallest continent. • Home to some unusual native animals. • Made up of Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, and many smaller islands.
North America • The third largest continent with 23 countries. • It is very cold in the north, and very hot in the south. • Has many natural wonders.
South America • The fourth largest continent with 12 countries and one territory. • Has many physical features including rainforests, deserts, mountains, and glaciers. • Brazil is South America’s largest country. © Oxford University Press 2023
Africa • Has large animal reserves, which are home to lots of animals. • The second largest continent with 54 countries. • Has the world’s largest desert (Sahara). • Has the world’s longest river (Nile).
Antarctica • At the bottom of the planet. • No humans live in Antarctica but some animals do. • The coldest, driest, and windiest continent.