Central America

Central America

Physical Geography

Physical Features of Central America

• Sandy Beaches

• Volcanic Mountains

• Rain Forests

• Clear Blue Water

7 Countries in Central America

• Belize

• Guatemala

• Honduras

• El Salvador

• Nicaragua

• Costa Rica

• Panama

Belize

The Mayan Civilization was located here.

Guatemala

Southern Guatemala is dominated by a string of 27 volcanoes

Multiple Choice

What is an isthmus?

• a narrow point of land

• a tall volcano surrounded by a lake

• a narrow land attached to two larger land masses

• a group of islands arranged in a circular pattern

Multiple Choice

What is an archipelagos?

• a narrow point of land

• a tall volcano surrounded by a lake

• a narrow land attached to two larger land masses

• a group of islands arranged in a circular pattern

Honduras

Around 90 percent of the population is “Mestizo” (a mix of European and Latin American descent)

El Salvador

San Salvador

Nicaragua

Food is spicy and flavorful.

Panama

The Panama Canal shortened the trip around South America.

Weather in Central America

Although Central America has several types of weather, the most common weather is warm and humid. The Equator is located in this area and there is a rainy season and and dry season. Hurricanes do occur in this area as well.

Geography for Kids: Central America and the Caribbean

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