Geographyiq
Geography Iq
Detailed geographical information on any country is available at this site. Within the World Map section, you can get facts and figures about each country's geography, demographics, government, political system, flags, historical and...
Tramline
Virtual Field Trip: Windows on the World
At this site you will find interactive activities, maps, photos, and even audio and video clips for studying the cultures of the world.
Library of Congress
Loc: Country Study: Spain
This website contains the on-line versions of books previously published in hard copy by the Federal Research Division of the Library of Congress under the Country Studies/Area Handbook Program sponsored by the U.S. Department of Army....
Library of Congress
Loc: Portuguese Mapping the New World
The Library of Congress provides a discussion of the importance of Portugal in the "European Age of Discovery and Exploration." Includes links to related pages within this same Library of Congress site.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: The World of Volcanoes
In this segment from Nature, Scientists travel to the top of Mount Kilauea to collect molten lava samples for testing.
Northern Illinois University
The Philippines: Module for K 12 Teachers and Learners
This module on the Philippines is a great "All-in-one" site for a teacher or class studying the Philippines. Covers everything from history and culture to games, festivals, creation myths, and folk beliefs.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Geography for Kids: World Rivers
Study the world rivers like the Nile, Amazon, Yangtze, Mississippi, Lena, Yellow, and Congo Rivers on this website.
Ducksters
Ducksters: United States Geography for Kids: New Hampshire
Kids learn facts and geography about the state of New Hampshire including symbols, flag, capital, bodies of water, industry, borders, population, fun facts, GDP, famous people, and major cities.
Other
Sacmeq: Stat Planet Map Maker: Interactive Mapping and Visualization Software
Free application for creating thematic maps and graphs using demographic, educational, environmental, health and socioeconomic indicators from various sources such as the World Health Organization. Includes demos, a video, and other...
Other
Jefferson County Schools: Social Studies Presentations
This page has a large collection of PowerPoints for Social Studies created by teachers. Topics from primary to secondary grades are covered, and include American and World History and Geography.
Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Web Japan: Nipponia
Nipponia is an online magazine, published quarterly, that introduces modern Japan to people all over the world. Browse articles on life and culture, travel and history, science and technology, art and entertainment, nature and geography,...
BBC
Bbc: News: Country Profile: Iraq
The BBC provides a general overview of the country of Iraq. Content includes a focus on Saddam Hussein, Iraq's press and media, an Iraqi timeline of key events, and much more.