Activity Overview
Infographics are a great way to convey important information in a clear and visual manner. In this activity, students will create a geographic infographic about the country they are studying! They should include facts like population, GDP, major religions, language, and flag, as well as physical locations, geographical features, and resources. While they research, students can keep track of facts using a spider map graphic organizer These infographic posters can be printed out, laminated and hung around the classroom creating a beautiful gallery of interesting places around the world! The posters can also be projected onto the board and students can present their facts about their location to the class.
For more templates to add to this activity, check out our geography infographic templates!
Template and Class Instructions
(These instructions are completely customizable. After clicking "Copy Activity", update the instructions on the Edit Tab of the assignment.)
Due Date:
Objective: Create a geographic infographic about your assigned location.
Student Instructions:
- Click "Start Assignment".
- Research the location you have been assigned using a graphic organizer to write important information.
- Using the template create a geographic infographic inputting the important facts. You may customize the fonts, colors, symbols and designs.
- Enhance your design with appropriate symbols, characters, items, and scenes that represent your location.
- Save and exit when you're finished.
Lesson Plan Reference
Rubric
(You can also create your own on Quick Rubric.)
| Proficient | Emerging | Needs Improvement | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Description | There are at least five accurate and important facts about the topic. | There are less than five accurate and important facts about the topic or there is information that is not relevant. | The infographic does not contain important information about the topic. |
| Artistic Depictions | The design and art chosen to depict the topic are relevant and enhance the viewers understanding of the facts. Time and care was taken to ensure that the design is neat, eye-catching, and creative. | The design and art chosen to depict the topic are mostly relevant but there may be some liberties taken that distract from the topic. Scene constructions are neat, and meet basic expectations. | The art and design chosen to depict the topic are too limited or incomplete. |
| English Conventions | Ideas are organized. There are few or no grammatical, mechanical, or spelling errors. | Ideas are mostly organized. There are some grammatical, mechanical, or spelling errors. | Storyboard text is difficult to understand. |
Activity Overview
Infographics are a great way to convey important information in a clear and visual manner. In this activity, students will create a geographic infographic about the country they are studying! They should include facts like population, GDP, major religions, language, and flag, as well as physical locations, geographical features, and resources. While they research, students can keep track of facts using a spider map graphic organizer These infographic posters can be printed out, laminated and hung around the classroom creating a beautiful gallery of interesting places around the world! The posters can also be projected onto the board and students can present their facts about their location to the class.
For more templates to add to this activity, check out our geography infographic templates!
Template and Class Instructions
(These instructions are completely customizable. After clicking "Copy Activity", update the instructions on the Edit Tab of the assignment.)
Due Date:
Objective: Create a geographic infographic about your assigned location.
Student Instructions:
- Click "Start Assignment".
- Research the location you have been assigned using a graphic organizer to write important information.
- Using the template create a geographic infographic inputting the important facts. You may customize the fonts, colors, symbols and designs.
- Enhance your design with appropriate symbols, characters, items, and scenes that represent your location.
- Save and exit when you're finished.
Lesson Plan Reference
Rubric
(You can also create your own on Quick Rubric.)
| Proficient | Emerging | Needs Improvement | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Description | There are at least five accurate and important facts about the topic. | There are less than five accurate and important facts about the topic or there is information that is not relevant. | The infographic does not contain important information about the topic. |
| Artistic Depictions | The design and art chosen to depict the topic are relevant and enhance the viewers understanding of the facts. Time and care was taken to ensure that the design is neat, eye-catching, and creative. | The design and art chosen to depict the topic are mostly relevant but there may be some liberties taken that distract from the topic. Scene constructions are neat, and meet basic expectations. | The art and design chosen to depict the topic are too limited or incomplete. |
| English Conventions | Ideas are organized. There are few or no grammatical, mechanical, or spelling errors. | Ideas are mostly organized. There are some grammatical, mechanical, or spelling errors. | Storyboard text is difficult to understand. |
How Tos about Fun Country Facts
How to Guide Students in Researching Reliable Sources for Their Country Infographic
Teach students to identify and use reputable sources such as government websites, trusted encyclopedias, and educational databases. Explain why accurate information matters and show examples of reliable versus unreliable sources.
Model how to use a graphic organizer for note-taking
Demonstrate filling out a spider map or chart as you research a sample country. Highlight how organizing facts visually can simplify complex information and help students keep their research focused.
Encourage peer review and feedback on infographics
Set up a gallery walk or digital showcase where students view and comment on each other's infographics. Provide sentence starters for constructive feedback to help students improve their work while building classroom community.
Incorporate cross-curricular connections with geography
Link research topics to math, history, or language arts by having students include statistics, historical events, or famous authors from their country. This deepens understanding and makes the project more engaging and meaningful.
Frequently Asked Questions about Fun Country Facts
What is a country infographic and how can students create one?
A country infographic is a visual poster that presents important facts about a country, such as population, GDP, major religions, language, flag, and geography. Students can create one by researching their assigned country, organizing key facts in a graphic organizer like a spider map, and designing an infographic with relevant symbols and images.
What should be included in a student-made country infographic?
A student-made country infographic should include population, GDP, major religions, language, flag, physical locations, geographical features, and natural resources. Adding creative symbols, images, and unique facts helps make the infographic engaging and informative.
How can teachers use country infographic activities in the classroom?
Teachers can use country infographic activities to encourage research, creativity, and presentation skills. Finished infographics can be displayed in a classroom gallery, projected for presentations, or used as visual aids during geography lessons to spark discussions about different countries.
What is a spider map graphic organizer and how does it help with this project?
A spider map graphic organizer helps students organize and group facts about their country as they research. It visually connects main topics and details, making it easier to transfer information into the infographic and ensuring all important areas are covered.
Where can I find templates for creating country infographics?
Templates for country infographics are available online, including on educational resource websites. The article recommends checking out geography infographic templates designed for students, which can be customized with fonts, colors, symbols, and other design elements.
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