African Biomes

This worksheet is designed for students in Grades 5, 6, and 7 and helps them identify African biomes by using descriptive clues focused on climate, vegetation, and wildlife. Students write the correct biome name, such as savanna, rainforest, or Sahel, strengthening ecological literacy, reading comprehension, and understanding of regional environmental patterns across the continent.

Learning Goals

• African Biomes & Ecosystems (Grades 5-7) – Recognize major biomes including savanna, rainforest, desert, and Sahel
• Ecological Literacy – Understand how climate and vegetation define different environments
• Reading Comprehension & Clue Analysis – Use context clues to determine the correct biome
• Geography & Environmental Connections – Link biomes to their locations and ecological characteristics

Instructional Benefits

• Teacher-Created Resource – Developed by educators with alignment to science and geography standards
• Clue-Based Format – Encourages careful reading and active thinking
• Content Integration – Combines ecological knowledge with geographic awareness
• Flexible Use – Suitable for classroom lessons, review activities, assessment, or homeschool instruction

This African Biomes worksheet helps students build a strong understanding of continent-specific ecosystems while developing reading and critical thinking skills. By analyzing clues and identifying the correct biomes, learners strengthen ecological literacy, comprehension, and the ability to connect physical geography with environmental patterns. Ideal for classroom or homeschool settings, this printable resource provides engaging, low-prep practice in science and geography.