Curated OER
We're All In This Together
Students discover what a coral reef is and the animals that live there. In this ecosystem lesson, students act out a story with ocean organisms. They answer questions that show the interdependency of the sea animals.
Curated OER
Introduction to Junkanoo! A Bahamian Festival
Learners examine a Bahamian festival called Junkanoo. They analyze how group cooperation is related to the festival. They finally identify how factions form and how they can help or hurt a community.
Country Studies US
Country Studies: Bahamas
A thorough look at the Bahamas from the Country Studies section of the Library of Congress. Read about its history, economy, people, and government. Information through the 1990's.
University of Texas at Austin
University of Texas at Austin: The Bahamas
This is a great reference tool that provides a useful collection of links to everything you'd want to know about the Bahamas. Covers arts, economy, politics, government, news, travel, and much more.
The Commonwealth
Commonwealth Secretariat: The Bahamas
The Commonwealth Secretariat presents a country profile of the Bahamas with information on its geography, society, economy, history, constitution, and politics. Includes a map and image of the flag.
Metropolitan Museum of Art
Metropolitan Museum of Art: The Gulf Stream
The painting shown here is Winslow Homer's "The Gulf Stream," accompanied by a thorough description.
World Health Organization
World Health Organization: Bahamas
Learn about health in the Bahamas via the World Health Organization's profile page on the country, which includes demographic information about core health indicators as well as general information.
Central Intelligence Agency
Cia: World Factbook: The Bahamas
The CIA World Factbook provides a complete guide for every country in the world. This resource presents pertinent facts on the Bahamas including geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, and...
Association of Religion Data Archives
Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: The Bahamas
Learn about religion in the Bahamas in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile which includes general facts, history, and religious data.
Geographyiq
Geography Iq: The Bahamas
All you ever wanted to know about the Bahamas can be found here. Organized by quick fact charts or more detailed commentary, information includes geography, government, economy, climate, and more.
US Department of State
U.s. Dept. Of State: u.s. Relations With the Bahamas
Provides information about the relationship between the United States and The Bahamas. Additional information about the country is available through the links at the bottom of the page.
Curated OER
University of Texas: Bahamas: Political Map
Here you will find a map showing the many islands that make up the Bahamas. Click on the map to enlarge it. The several islands are named and the major cities are identified. From the Perry-Castaneda collection.
Hans Lohninger
Photo Globe: The Bahamas
Presents many general country facts about the Caribbean Island of the Bahamas in a well organized chart form. This site is enriched by links to maps and an image of the flag.
World InfoZone
World Info Zone: Bahamas
Great reference tool that is full of useful information about the Bahama Islands. Content includes geography, environment, architecture, religion, food, history, economy, arts, sports, and news. Be sure to look at the fact sheet and the...
InterKnowledge Corp.
Geographia: The Islands of the Bahamas
Get all the latest information and take a trip to the Bahamas without leaving home. Learn about the history, culture, geography, people, and fun activities there while exploring the Bahama Islands.
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Bahamas
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of Bahamas, 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.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Culture of Bahama Islands
A complete cultural guide to the Bahamas. Features detailed information divided into categories such as location, population, language, symbolism, ethnic relations, urbanism, food, economy, social class, political life, social welfare,...
BBC
Bbc: News: Country Profile: Bahamas
BBC furnishes an overview, facts, leaders, and a media list for the Bahamas. Provided is a link to a detailed timeline of events.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Bahamians
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Bahamians. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc. (Note: Content...
The Washington Post
Washington post.com: The Bahamas
Highlights recent news stories from the Washington Post and the Associated Press that pertain to the Bahamas. Also provides details on currency and weather.
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Bahamas Island Profile
A great country profile that takes you on a virtual trip to the Bahamas. An overview is given on its art, culture, people, environment, geography, history, economy, and government. There are numerous links available that will provide you...
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Bahamas: Introduction
Provides statistics, history, politics, and demographics for the Bahamas located in the Caribbean Islands.
Latimer Clarke Corporation
Atlapedia Online: Bahamas
A complete profile of the Commonwealth of the Bahamas including highlights on its geography, climate, people, modern history, economy, communications, and military. Click on the maps to enlarge them.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Geography for Kids: Bahamas
Kids learn about the geography and history of the Bahamas on this site.