Discover the fascinating facts about our Blue Planet! Learn why Earth is called the Blue Planet and how much of its surface is covered by water and land, specially crafted for young learners in grades 2 to 5.
Which Planet is Blue Planet?
Have you ever heard Earth being called the “Blue Planet”? 🌎 This special name comes from the fact that when we look at Earth from space, it looks mostly blue! This is because a large part of our planet is covered with water. The oceans, seas, and lakes give Earth its beautiful blue colour.
How Much of Earth’s Surface is Covered by Water?
Did you know that about 71% of Earth’s surface is covered by water? 🌊 That’s more than two-thirds of the entire planet! This water is found in our oceans, seas, rivers, and lakes. Imagine looking at a world map; most of the blue areas you see represent the vast amounts of water on Earth.
For example, the Pacific Ocean is the largest and deepest ocean, covering more space than all the land on Earth combined! That’s a lot of water!
How Much Land Does Earth Have?
The remaining 29% of Earth’s surface is land. 🏞️ This land includes continents and islands where we live, go to school, and play. Even though it sounds like a small percentage, this land area is home to forests, mountains, deserts, cities, and farms.
Think about all the different places you’ve visited or learned about – they are all part of this 29%!
Fun Facts About Earth’s Surface
- Mountains and Valleys: The highest point on Earth is Mount Everest, which is part of the Himalayas. It’s so tall that it reaches up into the sky! 🏔️
- Oceans and Seas: The Atlantic Ocean is like a big highway for ships that travel between Europe and America. 🚢
- Rivers and Lakes: The Nile River in Africa is the longest river in the world, and it has been a source of life for people and animals for thousands of years! 🐊
- Islands: Greenland is the world’s largest island, and it’s covered with ice! Imagine living on such a huge piece of land surrounded by water. ❄️
Conclusion
Earth is truly a remarkable place, with most of its surface covered in water, making it the Blue Planet. The rest is land where we build our homes and explore nature. Understanding our planet’s surface helps us appreciate its beauty and the importance of taking care of it.
