CommonLit
Common Lit: Russia's Last Czar, Nicholas Ii
A learning module that begins with "Russia's Last Czar, Nicholas II" by Mike Kubic, accompanied by guided reading questions, assessment questions, and discussion questions. The text can be printed as a PDF or assigned online through free...
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Nearpod: Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
In this current events instructional activity, students learn about Russia's invasion of Ukraine, understand the history of Ukraine, and discuss the effects of the attack on Ukrainian and Russian civilians.
Geographic
Russia Natural Resource
Russia is rich in natural resources which include oil, natural gas, iron ore, manganese, chromium, nickel, platinum, titanium, copper, tin, lead, tungsten, diamonds, phosphates, gold, and timber.
Geographic
Photius: Workmall: Russia: Onset of the Cold War
This describes Russia in the post WWII era when it enters the Cold War. Describes Russian interests in Europe during the reconstruction phase as well as growing tension with the Western powers.
Lizard Point Quizzes
Lizard Point: Russia: Federal Subjects Quiz
Test your geography knowledge by taking this interactive quiz over the federal subjects in Russia.
CNN
Cnn: Week of 12 16 13: German President Will Not Attend Olympics in Russia
The leader of Germany, Joachim Gauck, has decided to boycott the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia due to human rights violations. Learn what this boycott means and why many others are joining him.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Geography for Kids: Russia
The history, capital, flag, climate, terrain, people, economy, and population of Russia is discussed on this website.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Politics of Russia
A thorough article on the politics of Russia. Includes an explanation of the branches of government, the constitution, political parties and elections, and local and regional governments.
Read Works
Read Works: Russia Un United?
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about Russian protests of Prime Minister Vladimir Putin. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
BBC
Bbc: Russia and Ukraine Face Reality
BBC correspondent Damian Grammaticas examines the tenuous relationship between Ukraine and Russia and what is being done by Yushchenko and Putin to resolve any conflicts. Links to related articles are provided. (January 24, 2005)
Information Technology Associates
Cia World Fact Book: Russia's Economy
Information on Russia's economy from the 1996 CIA World Fact Book.
Other
Russia's Business News Agency Prime Tass
Russia's business and political news is a main feature of this online newpaper.
Other
Germans in Russia
This site gives a basic introduction to the history of Germans living in Russia. It has many links to other sites explaining this history.
NASA
Nasa: Russia Meteor Not Linked to Asteroid Flyby
The large fireball observed on the morning of Feb. 15, 2013, in the skies near Chelyabinsk, Russia, was caused by a relatively small asteroid that entered Earth's atmosphere at high speed and at a shallow angle. Preliminary information...
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Alexander Iii of Russia
Wikipedia offers an in-depth biography of Alexander III and discusses his reign as tsar of Russia.
The Economist
The Economist: Russia's Economy
A collection of articles on Russia's economy since 1998.
The Economist
The Economist: Russia's Economy
A collection of articles on Russia's economy since 1998.
BBC
Bbc: Russia Plane Crash: Huge Search for Bodies in Black Sea
A huge search is conducted in Russia after a military plane with 92 people crashed into the Black Sea.
BBC
Bbc: Russia Accused of 'Attack on Eu'
A May 2007 news report on the developing tensions between Russia and Estonia over the decision to move a WWII war memorial to Russian troops in Tallin.
BBC
Bbc: Cuba and Russia Sign Trade Deals
This article discusses the easing of trade restrictions between Cuba and Russia. (November 10, 2008)
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Russia Religious News
An archived collection of news related to Russian religions from Stetson University. News articles about religion in Russia from the last 10 years are available.
World Wildlife Fund for Nature
World Wildlife Fund Russia
This resource provides bilingual news and facts about wildlife issues and projects across Russia. A small collection of beautiful images and video clips. Special section for kids with puzzles and nature-related games such as Rescue the...
Ducksters
Ducksters: Russia History and Timeline Overview
Kids learn about the history and timeline of the country of Russia including early civilizations, the empire, Tsars, the Russian Revolution, communism, Soviet Union, cold war, and current events.
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Flags of the World: Russia
Information from Flags of the World about the flag of Russia; pictures, history, and more.
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