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.
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: 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.
BBC
Bbc: News: Country Profile: Bolivia
Provided is a basic profile of the South American country of Bolivia with emphasis on history, culture, its leaders, and its news media. Links to a timeline of key events in history.
Read Works
Read Works: Our World
[Free Registration/Login Required] Students read facts about seven continents. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in classifying and categorizing.
National Earth Science Teachers Association
Windows to the Universe: The Andes Mountains
Satellite photography and brief outline information describe the Andes mountains and provide links to specific features within the landscape - Atacama desert, or evidence of volcanic activity for example.
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.
Other
Aruba: Arikok National Park
Read about the Arikok National Park and the geological formations that have shaped the area.
Soft Schools
Soft Schools: Geography: South America Quiz
Take this interactive, multiple-choice quiz over the geography of South America, then review your score and any missed questions at the end.
Other
All You Can Read: Ecuador News
This resource provides links to online newspapers for Ecuador, South America.
Other
Welcome Argentina: Iguazu Falls
Basic information on taking a trip to beautiful Iguazu Falls. This natural attraction in South America borders Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay. For more information about that region of Argentina, and some vivid images, click on the the...
University of Illinois
University of Illinois Urbana Champaign: About Antarctica: Plate Tectonics
Explanation of why Antarctica has fossils of ferns, amphibians, and reptiles. Gondwanaland is discussed and shown in an interactive map.
WorldNews Network
Wn Network: Bolivia Times
A compilation of news stories of special interest to Bolivians and Bolivia.
Other
Tierramerica: Indigenous Peoples in South America
This article reveals the plight of indigenous tribal groups in South America such as the Korubos of Brazil, the Tagaeri of Ecuador, the Ayoreo of Paraguay and others.
Climate Zone
Climate Information for Guyana
Discover the climate of Guyana with this helpful site which reports climate information from Georgetown, Guyana.
Geographyiq
Geography Iq: Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
After reading a brief introduction of the Falkland Islands, you can learn many enlightening facts about the country through "Facts at a Glance." Topics include geography, people, economy, and government.
Climate Zone
Climate Zone: Bolivia
A valuable guide to climate information in Bolivia broken down by stations. Information includes average temperature, rainfall, and snowfall. Some general facts and a map are also featured.
Geographyiq
Geography Iq: Venezuela Economy
Features a statistical chart on the economy of Venezuela covering topics such as GDP, poverty rate, household income, unemployment rate, imports and exports, currency, and more.
US Department of State
Us Department of State: Archive: Colombia
Scroll down to read about the foreign and U.S. relations of Colombia. This site also has a huge amount of information on Colombia's government, economy, society, history, and more. (March 2012)
Enchanted Learning
Enchanted Learning: South America
Here at this site from Enchanted Learning, you will find many links, lesson plans, map printouts, and activities on South America. The information is very good, and links are also provided for additional information.
Other
Worldpress.org: Map of South America
This interactive map lets you click on the name of a country in South America to get a more detailed view and facts about its geography, economy, media, and demographics.
EIN News
Paraguay Today
Up-to-date news headlines from Paraguay and Latin America are found at this online news site.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: South America
Learn about the different cultures that make up South America. Using this alphabetical list, click on a specific group of people and read information about their culture, history, economy, sociopolitical organization, and religion.