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Country: Jamaica
Learners use the Internet to examine the land, customs and government of Jamaica. They also hear music from the island.
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Geography: Caribbean
Students research and view a video on the geography of the Caribbean. In this Caribbean geography lesson, students go on an imaginary trip to the Caribbean and write postcards and letters telling of their trip. Students will include...
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Country: Caribbean Islands
Students explore the countries in the Caribbean. They examine island information, language, climate, culture, currency, places of interest, resort information, and flight information.
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Development and Social Issues in the Caribbean
Pupils work together to research social issues in the Caribbean. They role-play different positions in society to determine how each group is affected. They share their results with the class.
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Reading: Jamaican Bobsledding Team, Part 1
In this reading for information learning exercise, students read a text about Jamaica and its bobsledding team. Students answer 10 true and false questions.
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Four Immigrant Groups: Their Lives and Music
Fourth graders examine the experiences of four immigrant groups. Class members brainstorm a list of misconceptions of those groups and discuss if these perceptions are still present today. Using maps, groups locate the countries of...
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The Geophysics And Cultural Aspects of the Greater Antilles
Young scholars determine location by using longitude and latitude. They measure to the minute longitude and latitude of a place and select a body of land and determine its location. They approximate time zones by using every 15...
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Bound for Britain
Students discover the great immigration to the United Kingdom by examining historic photographs. In this world history instructional activity, students research the migration of West Indians to England in the early 1950's....
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Geography of Puerto Rico - Review Questions
In this geography of Puerto Rico worksheet, students answer short answer questions about facts of geography in Puerto Rico. Students complete 10 questions.
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Winds of Change
Students investigate extreme weather patterns. In this current events lesson plan, students visit selected websites to study hurricanes and their causes. Students write reports on their findings.
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The Commonwealth - Members and Structure
Students research the member countries that make up the Commonwealth. They develop research skills using atlases. They define the word community. They complete an online geography quiz.
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Fells Point's Role in Shipping and Trade
Eighth graders examine the trade and military advantages of ships built in Fells Point. In this American History lesson, 8th graders analyze primary sources. Students create an encyclopedia of Fells Point.
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Puerto Rico-Review Quiz
In tis Puerto Rico quiz worksheet, students read a passage about the country and complete a set of 20 comprehension questions. A website reference is given for additional resources.
US Department of State
U.s. Dept. Of State: Us Relations With Jamaica
Provides information about the relationship between the United States and Jamaica. Additional information about the country is available through the links at the bottom of the page.
Latimer Clarke Corporation
Atlapedia Online: Jamaica
A complete profile of Jamaica including highlights on its geography, climate, people, modern history, economy, communications, and military. Click on the maps to enlarge them.
AllRefer
All Refer Reference: Jamaica: Introduction & Country Profile
Get the lowdown on Jamaica while learning about the country's economy, people, government, military, and more. Good reference map and flag are included.
Country Studies US
Country Studies: Jamaica
A thorough look at Jamaica from the Country Studies section of the Library of Congress. Read about its history, economy, people, and government. Information through the 1990's.
Geographyiq
Geography Iq: Jamaica
Read about Jamaica's economy, government, history, or people either as a quick fact or more expanded version at this very comprehensive site.
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Jamaica
Features a broad country profile of the Caribbean Island of Jamaica, background details, and numerous links to comprehensive information on the nation's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news, government, and...
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Jamaica: Introduction
Provides statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for Jamaica located in the Caribbean Sea.
Hans Lohninger
Photo Globe: Jamaica
Presented are well organized quick facts about Jamaica in a chart form.
BBC
Bbc: News: Country Profile: Jamaica
The BBC offers a brief sketch of Jamaica with importance given to government and the news media. Be sure to click on the timeline link for information on key events in history.
Climate Zone
Climate Zone: Climate of Jamaica
A guide to information about the weather of Jamaica displayed in tables featuring average monthly temperature and rainfall. Some general facts and a map are also included.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Geography for Kids: Jamaica
Explore the history and geography of Jamaica on this website.