Argentina Unit Study | Geography Curriculum & Hands-On Activities for Kids

Explore the geography, culture, and traditions of Argentina with this hands-on, literature-based unit study designed for Grades 1 to 6. Perfect for homeschool families, co-ops, classrooms, or Montessori continent studies, this resource combines mapwork, science, writing, and hands-on cultural activities for kids.

Read An Elephantasy by beloved Argentine author María Elena Walsh, explore the life of gauchos, discover Argentina’s musical and artistic heritage, discuss the importance of cooperation as a character virtue, and more!

✅ Learning Highlights:

• Read An Elephantasy, a fantastical story written by beloved Argentine author María Elena Walsh
• Explore the Pampas ecosystem and the life of gauchos
• Build geography and research skills with mapwork and notebooking activities
• Practice writing skills with sentence-based activities using The Writing Revolution
• Explore Argentine folk music and try your hand at travel journaling and portrait art
• Cook cowboy steak with chimichurri, the national dish of Argentina
• Reflect on the virtue of cooperation through stories and discussion

✅ What’s Included:

• Argentina Mapwork & Notebooking: Students label major cities, landforms, and cultural landmarks while customizing their own maps. Notebooking pages invite students to document facts, sketch discoveries, and color the national flag.
• Literature Study: Read and discuss An Elephantasy, a fantastical tale by María Elena Walsh, who is often referred to as “Argentina’s Lewis Carroll.”
• Circle Round Folktales + Writing Revolution Activities: Build writing skills with sentence-based exercises tied to Argentine culture, literature, and geography.
• Science Notebooking: Explore how the flora and fauna of Argentina’s Pampas region are adapted to this iconic grassland ecosystem.
• Creative Arts: Explore Argentine folk music and learn about tango through music and movement.
• Cooking Class: Learn how to make cowboy steak with chimichurri, the country's national dish.
• Character Education: Discuss the importance of cooperation and how it is reflected in Argentine culture, daily life, and storytelling.

✅ Bonus Materials:

• Printable Global Explorers Cookbook Page for Argentina
• Discover Argentina: Bingo Challenge activity sheet
• Argentina Unit Overview Sheet
• Access to our optional digital planning tool in Notion
• Plus, more than a dozen extra printable resources, such as book passports, food chain pyramid templates, and more!

Format: Printable PDF + Optional Digital Access

Best For: Homeschoolers, co-ops, enrichment, Montessori continent studies, and classroom geography units

Why Choose Global Explorers?



At the Global Explorers Club, we believe geography should feel like an adventure. Our flexible, secular unit studies are designed to spark curiosity, celebrate cultural diversity, and connect children to the world around them. Whether you use every activity or choose a few, our unit studies can be easily adapted for different learners and teaching styles.