PRAYER
DISCUSSION
TIME!
LITHOSPHERE
Solid and rigid
outer layer of our
planet
OCEANIC CRUST
AND
CONTINENTAL
CRUST
OCEANIC CRUST
forms ocean
floors.
thinner but heavier
CONTINENTAL CRUST
forms lands
thicker but
light
LITHOSPHERE
is divided up into
large plates called
tectonic plates
PANGAEA
RECALL TIME!
DISTRIBUTION
OF THE
CONTINENT
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
i can identify and I can show I can
explain the proportion appreciation of the demonstrate
of the Earth’s surface importance of understanding of
covered by water and understanding the why continents
relationship rise higher than
land, and describe how
between oceans through
the continental and
continents, oceans, a hands-on
oceanic crust and Earth’s crust in activity or
influence this shaping the planet’s simple
distribution surface experiment.
EARTH
About 71% of the Earth’s
surface is covered by water,
while only 29% is covered by
land. This is why Earth is
sometimes called the “Blue
Planet.”
EARTH
We often notice that our planet
looks mostly blue. This is because
a large portion of Earth’s
surface is covered with water—
in the form of oceans, seas,
rivers, and lakes.
WHAT IS
CONTINENTS?
A continent is a very large area of land on
Earth that includes many countries.
Continents are separated by oceans and other
natural features.
THE SEVEN
CONTINENTS
ASIA
The largest and most populated
continent.
It includes countries like China,
India, Japan, and the
Philippines.
AFRICA
The second largest continent.
Known for its vast deserts like
the Sahara, and rich wildlife
such as lions, elephants, and
giraffes
NORTH AMERICA
Known for its wide
variety of landscapes
from icy mountains to hot
deserts.
SOUTH AMERICA
the largest rainforest on
Earth.
Rich in natural resources
and diverse cultures.
ANTARTICA
The coldest continent, located around the
South Pole.
Covered almost completely by ice and snow.
No permanent residents live here — only
scientists who study the environment and
wildlife.
EUROPE
Known for its rich history, art,
and culture.
Many modern ideas, inventions,
and political systems began in
Europe.
AUSTRALIA
The smallest continent, sometimes called
Oceania when nearby islands are
included.
Known for its unique animals such as
kangaroos, koalas, and wombats.
ACTIVITY
FLOAT OR
SINK?
PREDICT
FIRST
All members cooperate, share
1. Group Participation tasks, and contribute to the
activity and report.
20pts
The group makes clear
2. Delivery /
Presentation
predictions and performs the
water test correctly
20pts
Observations are accurate and
20pts
3. Observation and
the group explains well what
Discussion happened in the experiment.
The group clearly explains why
2Opts
4. Conclusion /
continents are higher and
Explanation oceans are lower
20pts
5. Presentation / The group presents results clearly,
confidently, and in an organized way.
Reporting
1. Why does the Earth
appear mostly blue
when viewed from
space?
2. What are the two main
types of Earth’s crust,
and what does each one
support?
3. Why do continents
rise higher than
oceans?
4. How do the thickness
and density of the
Earth’s crust affect the
shape of its surface?
5. Why is it important to
understand the
relationship between the
continents and the Earth’s
crust?
TO DO!
EMOJI
Draw a simple symbol or emoji
that shows how you feel
about today’s lesson.
WHAT IS OCEANS?
The large bodies of water
surrounding these continents are
called oceans
THE 5
OCEANS
PACIFIC OCEAN
The Pacific Ocean is the largest and
deepest ocean on Earth. It lies
between Asia and Australia on one side
and North and South America on the
other.
ATLANTIC OCEAN
The Atlantic Ocean is the second
largest ocean. It separates the
Americas from Europe and Africa
and is important for trade and
travel.
INDIAN OCEAN
The Indian Ocean lies between Africa,
Asia, Australia, and the Indian
subcontinent. It is known for its
warm waters and busy shipping
routes.
ARCTIC OCEAN
The Arctic Ocean is the smallest
and coldest ocean, located around
the North Pole. It is covered by
sea ice most of the year.
SOUTHERN OCEAN
The Southern Ocean surrounds
Antarctica. It has cold, stormy
waters and helps control Earth’s
climate and ocean currents
LEARNING
TASK 1
LEARNING TASK 1: IDENTIFICATION
Direction: Identify whether each of the following is a continent
or an ocean. Write your answer on the blank
1. ___ Asia
2. ___Pacific
3. ___ Africa
4. ___Arctic
5. ___North America
6. ___Atlantic
LEARNING TASK 1: IDENTIFICATION
Direction: Identify whether each of the following is a continent
or an ocean. Write your answer on the blank
7. ___ Antarctica
8.___ Indian
9.___ Europe
10.___ Southern
11.___ South America
12.___ Australia
LET’S
ANSWER AND
EXPLAIN
1. Continent Asia
2. Ocean Pacific
3. Continent
Africa
4. Ocean Arctic
5. Continent
North America
6. Ocean Atlantic
7. Continent
Antartica
8. Ocean Indian
9. Continent
Europe
10. Ocean Southern
11. Continent
South America
12. Continent
Australia
WHAT IS EARTH CRUST?
The Earth’s outermost layer is
called the crust. It is divided into
two main types:
CONTINENTAL CRUST
The continental crust forms the land
areas or continents we live on.
It is thicker (about 30–70 km) and less
dense (lighter) than the oceanic crust.
CONTINENTAL CRUST
it floats higher on the Earth’s mantle like how
a large, light piece of wood floats on water.
This is why landmasses rise above sea level,
forming mountains, valleys, and plains.
OCEANIC CRUST
The oceanic crust forms the ocean floors
It is thinner (about 5–10 km) and denser
(heavier) than the continental crust.
OCEANIC CRUST
Since it is heavier, it sinks lower into the
mantle.
This is why the oceans are lower than the
land and filled with water.
LEARNING
TASK 2
LEARNING TASK 2: VENN DIAGRAM
Direction: Read the information below and complete
the Venn diagram by writing the characteristics that
belong.
Continental Crust
Oceanic Crust
or Both (in the middle)
LEARNING TASK 2: VENN DIAGRAM
Information to Use:
Forms the continents
Forms the ocean floor
Thicker
Thinner
Less dense
Denser
Made of solid rock
Part of the Earth’s crust
LEARNING TASK 2: VENN DIAGRAM
CONTINENTAL OCEANIC
BOTH
RELATIONSHIP
BETWEEN
CONTINENTS
AND CRUST
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN
CONTINENTS AND CRUST
The continents and oceans on Earth are not
placed randomly. Their locations are connected
to the two types of Earth’s crust — the
continental crust and the oceanic crust
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN
CONTINENTS AND CRUST
The Earth’s surface looks the way it does because of these
differences:
[Link], thick continental crust = high areas (continents)
[Link], thin oceanic crust = low areas (ocean basins)
So, the shape of Earth’s surface where we have mountains,
valleys, and oceans depends on the type and thickness of the
crust beneath.
EXAMPLE TO REMEMBER
Think of the Earth’s crust like two types of boats
floating on the same ocean:
1. A big, light boat (continental crust) floats high —
like the continents.
2. A small, heavy boat (oceanic crust) sits lower —
like the ocean floor.
That’s why we have land above water and oceans below
LEARNING
TASK 3
LEARNING TASK 3: MULTIPLE CHOICE
Directions: Read each question carefully. Choose the letter of
the correct answer.
[Link] are the two main types of Earth’s
crust?
a. Inner and outer crust
b. Land crust and water crust
c. Continental crust and oceanic crust
d. Thick crust and thin crust
2. What does the continental crust
mainly support?
a. Oceans
b. Continents or land areas
c. Clouds
d. Volcanoes only
3. Which type of crust is thinner and
denser?
a. Continental crust
b. Oceanic crust
c. Inner crust
d. Outer crust
4. Why do continents rise higher than oceans?
a. Because the continental crust is thicker and
lighter
b. Because the continents have more mountains
c. Because the oceans pull the crust downward
d. Because the Earth spins faster under the
continents
5. What supports large bodies of water
like oceans?
a. The continental crust
b. The oceanic crust
c. The mantle
d. The core
6. The shape of the Earth’s surface
depends on ____.
a. The type and thickness of the crust
b. The amount of sunlight received
c. The temperature of the mantle
d. The number of volcanoes on land
7. In the boat example, what does the
big, light boat represent?
a. Oceanic crust
b. Continental crust
c. Earth’s mantle
d. Earth’s core
8. Why are the oceans lower than the
continents?
a. Because the oceanic crust is thinner and
heavier
b. Because the water pushes the crust down
c. Because the continental crust moves upward
d. Because the oceanic crust is made of soil
9. What does the “boat” example help us
understand?
a. How crusts move and float at different
heights
b. How water covers the entire planet
c. How mountains are formed by volcanoes
d. How the ocean currents move
10. What can we conclude about the relationship
between continents and the crust?
a. Continents and oceans are randomly placed
b. Their positions depend on the type and density
of the crust
c. Continents move because of gravity only
d. The crust has no effect on the surface of the
Earth
LET’S
ANSWER AND
EXPLAIN
[Link] are the two main types of Earth’s
crust?
a. Inner and outer crust
b. Land crust and water crust
c. Continental crust and oceanic crust
d. Thick crust and thin crust
[Link] are the two main types of Earth’s
crust?
a. Inner and outer crust
b. Land crust and water crust
c. Continental crust and oceanic crust
d. Thick crust and thin crust
2. What does the continental crust
mainly support?
a. Oceans
b. Continents or land areas
c. Clouds
d. Volcanoes only
2. What does the continental crust
mainly support?
a. Oceans
b. Continents or land areas
c. Clouds
d. Volcanoes only
3. Which type of crust is thinner and
denser?
a. Continental crust
b. Oceanic crust
c. Inner crust
d. Outer crust
3. Which type of crust is thinner and
denser?
a. Continental crust
b. Oceanic crust
c. Inner crust
d. Outer crust
4. Why do continents rise higher than oceans?
a. Because the continental crust is thicker and
lighter
b. Because the continents have more mountains
c. Because the oceans pull the crust downward
d. Because the Earth spins faster under the
continents
4. Why do continents rise higher than oceans?
a. Because the continental crust is thicker and
lighter
b. Because the continents have more mountains
c. Because the oceans pull the crust downward
d. Because the Earth spins faster under the
continents
5. What supports large bodies of water
like oceans?
a. The continental crust
b. The oceanic crust
c. The mantle
d. The core
6. The shape of the Earth’s surface
depends on ____.
a. The type and thickness of the crust
b. The amount of sunlight received
c. The temperature of the mantle
d. The number of volcanoes on land
6. The shape of the Earth’s surface
depends on ____.
a. The type and thickness of the crust
b. The amount of sunlight received
c. The temperature of the mantle
d. The number of volcanoes on land
7. In the boat example, what does the
big, light boat represent?
a. Oceanic crust
b. Continental crust
c. Earth’s mantle
d. Earth’s core
7. In the boat example, what does the
big, light boat represent?
a. Oceanic crust
b. Continental crust
c. Earth’s mantle
d. Earth’s core
8. Why are the oceans lower than the
continents?
a. Because the oceanic crust is thinner and
heavier
b. Because the water pushes the crust down
c. Because the continental crust moves upward
d. Because the oceanic crust is made of soil
8. Why are the oceans lower than the
continents?
a. Because the oceanic crust is thinner and
heavier
b. Because the water pushes the crust down
c. Because the continental crust moves upward
d. Because the oceanic crust is made of soil
9. What does the “boat” example help us
understand?
a. How crusts move and float at different
heights
b. How water covers the entire planet
c. How mountains are formed by volcanoes
d. How the ocean currents move
9. What does the “boat” example help us
understand?
a. How crusts move and float at different
heights
b. How water covers the entire planet
c. How mountains are formed by volcanoes
d. How the ocean currents move
10. What can we conclude about the relationship
between continents and the crust?
a. Continents and oceans are randomly placed
b. Their positions depend on the type and density
of the crust
c. Continents move because of gravity only
d. The crust has no effect on the surface of the
Earth
10. What can we conclude about the relationship
between continents and the crust?
a. Continents and oceans are randomly placed
b. Their positions depend on the type and density
of the crust
c. Continents move because of gravity only
d. The crust has no effect on the surface of the
Earth
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