Region Comparison

This worksheet is designed for students in Grades 4, 5, and 6 to explore Spain’s regional diversity through structured comparison and analytical writing. Learners use guided questions to compare Catalonia and Andalusia, examining geography, climate, cities, language, culture, economy, and landscapes while practicing clear explanations, evidence-based reasoning, and organized compare-and-contrast writing.

Learning Goals

• Regional Geography (Grades 4-6): Identify and compare the locations, landscapes, and climate patterns of Catalonia and Andalusia.
• Culture & Language: Analyze differences in language use, traditions, customs, and regional identity.
• Economic & Human Systems: Examine how industry, tourism, and resources shape each region’s economy.
• Compare & Contrast Writing: Practice organizing similarities and differences using clear, complete sentences.

Instructional Benefits

• Teacher-Created Resource: Designed to align with upper elementary social studies and ELA standards.
• Guided Question Format: Supports organization and depth while reducing cognitive load.
• Cross-Curricular Learning: Integrates geography content with structured writing and analysis skills.
• Flexible Use: Ideal for geography units, assessments, homework, discussion activities, or small-group instruction.

This printable worksheet helps students gain a deeper understanding of Spain by exploring how regions within one country can differ greatly in culture, geography, and daily life. By comparing Catalonia and Andalusia, learners strengthen regional awareness, analytical thinking, and compare-and-contrast writing skills. It’s a practical, no-prep resource that works well in both classroom instruction and homeschool learning, supporting meaningful exploration of regional identity and diversity.

This worksheet is part of our Spain Worksheets collection.