US National Archives
WWII: Asia 1939-45 – Singapore
The fall of Singapore in World War II was shocking news for the Allied forces—but why? High schoolers explore primary source documents and videos to determine why February 15, 1942 was a wake-up call to the British Empire and its allies...
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Cloze Passage - Singapore
In this cloze learning exercise, students complete a passage about the history of Singapore using 15 words from the bank at the top of the page.
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The Equator
Students investigate cultures located along the equator. In this geography skills lesson, students research the geography, history, culture, and tourism of Ecuador, Indonesia, Kenya, Brazil, and Singapore. Students write an article based...
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Asian-American History
Pupils access web based resources in order to study the history of Asian-Americans as they immigrated and assimilated into live in America using grade level appropriate resources. Also, they examine journals, artifacts, and complete arts...
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Primary History: Children of World War 2 Extension Activity- Daily Life
In this World War 2 worksheet, students choose to complete one or more of the three listed extension activities. All activities pertain to daily life of children during World War 2.
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Learning from history: can it save lives?
Students research and document lessons learned from this disaster, then compile and synthesize information. They write effectively for public education purposes and use visual communications tools
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Indonesia: Riau Autonomy
Students investigate the economy of the Riau Province of Indonesia. They create a timeline, develop a chart to illustrate the economy, write an editorial about Indonesia's decentralization laws, and participate in a panel discussion.
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NCTA Lesson Plan on China
Students identify China's geography, especially arable land, rainfall, crop growing areas, rivers, and mountains. Students select a technological advance to draw a diagram of the particular advance make transparencies of the diagram,...
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Country Superlatives Quiz
In this online interactive geography quiz instructional activity, students respond to 20 identification questions regarding world country comparisons. Students have 4 minutes to complete the quiz.
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Most Livable Cities Quiz
In this online interactive geography quiz activity, learners respond to 20 identification questions about the most livable cities in the world. Students have 4 minutes to complete the quiz.
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Breaking News English: London to Host 2012 Olympics
In this English worksheet, learners read "London to Host 2012 Olympics," and then respond to 47 fill in the blank, 7 short answer, 20 matching, and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
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What is Southeast Asia?
Students participate in various classroom activities designed to teach them about the location and cultures of countries in Southeast Asia.
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Arkansas and Louisiana Purchase Wetlands
Students experiment to determine the value and importance of wetlands in Arkansas. They develop an environmental appreciation for wetlands.
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The British Empire – Where the Sun Never Set
Learners read an article on the British Empire. In this ESL lesson, students explore the British Empire from the 1600's, then work in small groups to complete several activities that reinforce the information learned in the...
Country Studies US
Country Studies: Singapore
A thorough look at Singapore from the Country Studies section of the Library of Congress. Read about its history, economy, people, and government. Information through the 1990's.
Association of Religion Data Archives
Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: Singapore
Learn about religion in Singapore, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile; includes general facts, history, and religious data.
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Singapore: History
Read how the history of Singapore was intertwined with the British East India Company. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Singapore
Features a country profile and travel guide to Singapore, background details, and numerous links to in-depth information on the city-state's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news, tourism, government, and more.
Globe Tracks
Travel for Kids: Singapore
"Discover the cultural heritage of Straits Chinese, Indians, Malays and British as you wander through colorful neighborhoods. The island also has large nature reserves, brilliant tropical vegetation, and excellent wildlife parks." Use...
BBC
Bbc: News: Country Profile: Singapore
BBC News provides a general overview of the prosperous south-east Asian country of Singapore. Focus is on history, country facts, leaders, and media. Provides links to a timeline of key events and recent news articles.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Singapore
Provides an overview of the culture of Singapore. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion, politics, etc....
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Singapore: Introduction
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the island country of Singapore in Southeast Asia.
Stanford University
Stanford History Education Group: Home
[Free Registration/Login Required] Working with school districts from coast to coast, and as far away as Sweden, Singapore, and Chile, the Stanford History Education Group provides teachers with high-quality resources to enrich students'...
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Singapore
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of Singapore, 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.