Second graders research the country of Switzerland using the Internet and other resource materials. A variety of excellent materials are provided.

Students take a geography quiz and circle the multiple choice answer that answers each question correctly. The quiz is quite-challenging, and an atlas may be required to help the students. An answer sheet is provided.

In this geography quiz 24 worksheet, learners answer 20 trivia-style questions about geography. Then they scroll down to check answers.

In this European geography worksheet, students describe where 12 countries in Europe are located by using directional phrases. Students also practice describing the nationalities of people from each country and how to pronounce each...

Learners become familiar with the country of Switzerland, its geography and yodeling music.  In this Switzerland lesson, students recognize that Swiss cheese is a producct of Switzerland and write about the process of making...

In this Europe Quiz 3 worksheet, students answer 10 trivia-style questions about European geography, not interactively, then scroll down to see the answers.

In this geography worksheet, students investigate the languages spoken in different countries of the world. Students read the names of 20 countries and write the principal language of each country.

In this map skills worksheet, students answer 14 questions about the geography of France. Students then draw a rough map of France. It is assumed that access to an atlas is available.

Students explore Paris. In this geography skills lesson plan, students watch "City Life in Europe," and conduct further research on the city of Paris and the country of France. Students create postcards that feature Parisian...

In this social studies learning exercise, students find the words that are related to the continent of Europe and the answers are found by clicking the button at the bottom of the page.

In this geography worksheet, students study the names of 60 countries. Students indicate their home country by coloring its name in the word grid puzzle. Students then answer 8 questions about their country concerning what language is...

Students explore freshwater ecosystems. In this geography activity, students brainstorm all the lakes and rivers they know then mark them on a map. Students will then mark all the major freshwater resources on each of the seven...

Fourth graders identify the reasons behind the fall of the Roman Empire and describe the changes that occurred after the fall of the Roman Empire.

In this small nations worksheet, students complete short answer questions where they identify small nations that are mostly islands. Students identify 10 small nations.

In this holiday destinations quiz 1 worksheet, students answer 10 trivia-style questions, not interactively, about resorts and holiday destinations, then scroll down to check their answers. 

Students react to statements about the 2006 Winter Olympics, then read a news article about the Olympic torch's journey through Italy. In this current events lesson (written prior to the 2006 Winter Olympics), the teacher introduces the...

Students complete word work and vocabulary building based on news article about the Dutch EU vote in 2005.

Students participate in word work and vocabulary building activities before reading an online article. They examine political posters and campaigns before designing an election poster.

This site offers a wealth of geographic information on Switzerland, including charts of major waterways, glaciers, mountains, passes, and a map of major highways.

Provides an overview of the culture of Switzerland. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion, politics, etc....

Offers a virtual destination guide and profile of the alpine nation of Switzerland, background overview, and numerous links to comprehensive information on the country's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population,...

Incredible photographs of the Alps along the Swiss-French frontier feature facts about the mountain range, individual peaks, and the glaciers that characterize the nation.

Test your geography knowledge by taking this interactive quiz over the cantons of Switzerland.

The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of Switzerland, 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.