Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Quechua
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Quechua people who live in the central Andes region of South America. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life,...
Adventure Learning Foundation
Adventure Learning Foundation: Colombia
Comprehensive reference tool with an abundance of country specific information about the South American country of Colombia. Content covered includes photos, symbols, history, economy, geography, climate, population, culture, maps, and...
Geographyiq
Geography Iq: Uruguay
Read about Uruguay's economy, government, history, or people either as a quick fact or more expanded version at this very comprehensive site.
Adventure Learning Foundation
Adventure Learning Foundation: Venezuela
Comprehensive reference tool with an abundance of country specific information about the South American country of Venezuela. Content covered includes photos, symbols, history, economy, geography, climate, population, culture, maps, and...
Oxfam
Oxfam: Cool Planet: Brazil History
A brief overview of the history of the South American country of Brazil.
Other
Languages in South America
Concise chart representing the Langages in South American. Learn about the languages for each country and the approximate number of speakers.
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: South America, 1898
A map of South America in 1898. The map shows capitals and major cities, railroads, terrain, rivers, and coastal features, and includes an insert map of the Isthmus of Panama. "The chief industries in South America are herding,...
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: South America, 1921
A map from 1921 of South America showing the political boundaries of the time, major cities, railroads, terrain, rivers, and coastal features, and includes an insert map of the Galapagos Islands. " South America, the fourth largest grand...
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: Southern South America, 1914
A map from 1914 of the southern part of South America from Victoria, Brazil on the Atlantic and Iquique, Chile on the Pacific south to Tierra del Fuego. The map shows the political boundaries at the time for Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay,...
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: South America, 1872
Physical map of South America with map inserts of the Isthmus of Panama and principal products and sea ports of South America. Included are water currents and routes, railroads, select land elevations, time zones, as well as latitude and...
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: South America, 1903
A map from 1903 showing the national boundaries of South America at the time (note the boundaries between Peru and Bolivia, and that Columbia, Ecuador, and Panama are shown as one country). The map shows capitals and major cities, towns,...
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: South America, 1920
A map of South America from 1920 showing the political boundaries of the time. The map shows capitals, major cities, ports, rivers, and coastal features. An inset map shows the Galapagos Islands. A key-grid reference to countries and...
BBC
Bbc: News: Country Profile: Uruguay
The BBC furnishes a country profile on Uruguay featuring an overview, facts, and leadership of this South American country. Links to a timeline of key events and an audio of the national anthem.
BBC
Bbc: News: Country Profile: Paraguay
The BBC provides some quick facts and general information about Paraguay's history, leaders, and media. Links to national anthem and timeline of key events.
Other
Ifip: Information and Communications Technologies in Latin America [Pdf]
The content of a slideshow presentation on the state of computer technology integration in Latin American countries in the public and private sectors. Charts display data relating income levels with computer ownership, mobile phone use,...
BBC
Bbc: News: Country Profile: Colombia
A profile providing an overview of cultural, political, and economic conditions in Colombia. Also provides links to related subjects.
AllRefer
All Refer Reference: French Guiana: Introduction & Country Profile
Presented is a guide to extensive information about the economy, geography, people, government, and military of French Guiana.
AllRefer
All Refer: Reference: Chile: Introduction & Country Profile
Brief overview and basic facts about the geography, economy, history, government, and people of Chile. A map is also featured.
BBC
Bbc: News: Country Profile: Chile
Discover details about the history, economy, government, and news media of Chile from the BBC. Links to an audio of the national anthem and a timeline of events.
Other
Organization of American States Children's Page: Venezuela
Full of useful information relating to the country of Venezuela. Topics covered include: population, language, geography, government, photos, national symbols, national heroes, and folklore.
Other
Country reports.org: Brazil Country Information
This great resource for students and teachers alike provides an abundance of information on the South American country of Brazil. Examines the countries customs and culture, history, geography, economy, population, government, and more....
Country Studies US
Country Studies: Bolivia: Climate
Offers a description of the varying Bolivian climate conditions broken down by the different lowland and mountain areas.
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Bolivia
Provides an overview of Bolivia, including its geography, natural resources, history, government, economy, and much more. Maps and images are also included, along with sources used to create the entry.
Country Studies US
Country Studies: Guyana: Climate
This resource provides a descriptive overview of the climate of Guyana.