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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Bemba

For Students 9th - 10th
The Bemba are the largest ethnic group in the Northern Province of Zambia. Seventeen or eighteen ethnic groups in this general area of Zambia comprise the Bemba-speaking peoples, and they form with the Bemba a closely related culture...
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Dogon

For Students 9th - 10th
The Dogon are a group of about 250,000 people who live primarily in the districts of Bandiagara and Douentza in the western African nation of Mali. They are primarily agriculturists, their principal crops being millet, sorghum, rice,...
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Acholi

For Students 9th - 10th
The name "Acholi" is used for peoples living in the former Acholi District of northern Uganda and the adjoining area of the southern Sudan. The primary language of Acholi today is Luo, a Western Nilotic language spoken by groups...
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Kariera

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the culture of the Kariera people of Western Australia. This source focuses on their social organization.
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Luba of Shaba

For Students 9th - 10th
The patrilineal Luba of Shaba differ in their descent system from the Eastern Luba by their culture and language, they are distinct from the Western Luba. Most live in southern Zaire. The Luba practice slash-and-burn agriculture; fields...
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Ndembu

For Students 9th - 10th
The Ndembu inhabit the western portion of Mwinilunga District in Zambia's Northwestern Province. The Ndembu, numbering about 40,000 in Zambia, constitute about 1 percent of the total population. Some 40 percent of Ndembu are now...
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Europe for Visitors: Country List

For Students 6th - 8th
This resource is a commercial travel resource that features links to information about the countries of Western Europe. Photographs are included throughout.
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BBC

Bbc: Nato's Cold War Roots

For Students 9th - 10th
A fantastic history of NATO. From its inception after WWII to its call to action during the Kosovo crisis, the BBC does a great job of giving readers a well-rounded look at the institution. Includes a map with all member countries as...
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Oxfam

Ofxam: Welcome to Spain (Guidebook and Virtual Tour)

For Students 9th - 10th
Developed in 2000-2001 to explore and celebrate the lives of people living in eight countries that lie along the prime meridian, this "welcome to Spain" guidebook and tour includes sections on Spain's history, geography, environment,...
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Oxfam

Oxfam: Virtual Journey of France

For Students 9th - 10th
Take a journey through France and experience the culture, cuisine and scenery of this beautiful and diverse country. Read about the biggest sporting event in the world, and see what the French like to do in their spare time.
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Oxfam

Oxfam: Virtual Journey of the United Kingdom

For Students 9th - 10th
Take a peep into the United Kingdom to experience the culture and flavors of a country full of ancient traditions. Learn how to make a perfect cup of tea and find out the name of a world-famous UK football team.
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Michigan State University

Michigan State University: Global Edge: Belgium: Introduction

For Students 9th - 10th
Complete guide to the statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the Western European country of Belgium.
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Michigan State University

Michigan State University: Global Edge: Luxembourg: Introduction

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of Luxembourg in western Europe.
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Michigan State University

Michigan State University: Global Edge: Netherlands: Introduction

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of the Netherlands in Western Europe.
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Roughstock: Cowpie Song Corral

For Students 9th - 10th
This is an interesting resource site for country music and lyrics. Geared especially for singers, and musicians.
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Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation

Guggenheim Museum: Africa: Western Africa

For Students 9th - 10th
A simple explanation of the Western Africa region of Africa, with information on the cultural history and examples of artwork.
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Guggenheim Museum: Africa: Western Africa

For Students 9th - 10th
A simple explanation of the Western Africa region of Africa, with information on the cultural history and examples of artwork.
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BBC

Bbc: News: Country Profile: Micronesia

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore the western Pacific islands of Micronesia in this overview from the BBC. Learn facts and history of the country, view a timeline and learn about its leaders.
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Bedu

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Bedu, known as the Bedouin to Westerners, people of the Middle East. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life,...
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Association of Religion Data Archives

Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: Channel Islands

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about religion in the Channel Islands off of the coast of France, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile. Includes general facts, history, and religious data on the Channel Islands.
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Kalmyks

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the culture of the Kalmyk people of Russia. Explore topics such as their history, economy, past settlements, cultural values, religion, and sociopolitical organization.
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Gypsies

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the culture of the Gypsies. Explore topics such as their history, economy, past settlements, cultural values, religion, and sociopolitical organization.
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Poles

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the culture of the Poles of Russia. Explore topics such as their history, economy, past settlements, cultural values, religion, and sociopolitical organization.
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PBS

Wnet: Thirteen: Africa: Explore the Regions Rainforest

For Students 3rd - 5th
Explore African rainforests at this richly illustrated and informative site from PBS. Learn about the people, economy, and countries of these densely forested zones.

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