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Country Studies US

Country Studies: South Africa

For Students 9th - 10th
A thorough look at South Africa from the Country Studies section of the Library of Congress. Read about its history, economy, people, and government. Information through the 1990's.
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Nations Online Project

Nations Online: South Africa

For Students 9th - 10th
Thorough reference directory for finding information on South Africa. Content includes background details, a country profile, and numerous links to comprehensive information on this country's culture, history, geography, economy,...
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NOAA

Noaa: Cpc: Regional Climate Maps

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides large colorful maps of climate data about each continent for the current week, month, or previous quarter.
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BBC

Bbc News: Mosquitoes 'Disappearing' in Some Parts of Africa

For Students 9th - 10th
Science news article describes the decline in mosquito populations across Africa and the possible ramifications of these events. (August, 2011)
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Other

Geoverse: Africa: South of the Sahara

For Students 9th - 10th
A geography unit outline on the Sub-Sahara. It looks at the geography, South Africa's history, climate, population, ethnic unrest, early and colonial history, culture, economies, international aid, and environmental issues. Includes...
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Travel Document Systems

Tds: South Africa: Geography

For Students 9th - 10th
A graphic showing the various aspects of the physical environment of South Africa including its climate, terrain, and natural resources. information is from the CIA World Fact Book.
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Other

Online Expeditions: African Adventure

For Students 3rd - 8th
Use this site to explore several regions of Africa, without having to leave the classroom.
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Other

Cincinnati Arts Association: E Kaa Bo [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
E Kaa Bo, the Nigerian word for "welcome," provides the introduction to this study guide in pdf format which explores Nigeria. The guide focuses on the land and climate, agriculture, economic history, rivers, languages, currency, and more.
Article
BBC

Bbc: Copenhagen Deal: Key Points

For Students 9th - 10th
After many days of disputes and bad tempers, here are the most important points of the 2009 accord reached between the US, China, India, Brazil and South Africa. However, no legally binding agreements or deadlines were worked out. Video...
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Curated OER

Inter Knowledge Corp: South Africa

For Students 3rd - 8th
InterKnowledge Corp provides basic facts about the location, geography, climate, history and culture of South Africa.
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Travel Document Systems

Tds: Eritrea: Geography

For Students 9th - 10th
A discussion of the climate and terrain of Eritrea. Find out where the climate is hot and where it is temperate. Information is from the CIA World Fact Book.
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PBS

Wnet: Thirteen: Eco Challenges

For Students 9th - 10th
Research and report on two pressing environmental concerns in Africa: the scarcity of clean water and the desertification of farmland. Respond to these issues through activities involving art, drama and journalism.
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Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Angola

For Students 9th - 10th
Offers a country profile, virtual travel guide, and background details on the South African nation of Angola, plus numerous links to comprehensive information on the nation's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population,...
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Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Ethiopia

For Students 9th - 10th
Features a travel guide and country profile of Ethiopia including a broad overview and numerous links to comprehensive information on the country's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news, government, and much...
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Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Morocco

For Students 9th - 10th
Great reference source that takes you on a virtual trip to the North African nation of Morocco. Background overview is given on its art, culture, people, environment, geography, history, economy, and government. There are numerous links...
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Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Sudan

For Students 9th - 10th
Here you can find a country profile and travel guide to the African nation of Sudan, background overview, and numerous links to key information on the nation's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news,...
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Travel Document Systems

Tds: Cameroon: Geography

For Students 9th - 10th
A graphic listing the important components of Cameroon's physical environment. You can find out about the climate, terrain, natural resources, and environmental concerns. Information is from the CIA World Fact Book.
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United Nations

United Nations: Development

For Students 9th - 10th
Links to UN programs and organizations involved in economic development, by region.
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Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Somalia

For Students 9th - 10th
Presents a country profile and travel guide to the East African nation of Somalia, background overview, and numerous links to extensive information on the nation's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news,...
Website
Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Uganda

For Students 9th - 10th
Excellent online resource that provides a country profile of the Eastern African nation of Uganda, background overview, and numerous links to extensive information on the nation's culture, history, geography, economy, environment,...
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Curated OER

Inter Knowledge Corp: Exploring Botswana

For Students 3rd - 8th
InterKnowledge Corp provides a brief look at the location, climate, geography and culture of Botswana in southern Africa.
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Curated OER

Inter Knowledge Corp: Exploring Botswana

For Students 3rd - 8th
InterKnowledge Corp provides a brief look at the location, climate, geography and culture of Botswana in southern Africa.
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Curated OER

Unesco: Niger: Air and Tenere Natural Reserves

For Students 9th - 10th
This is the largest protected area in Africa, covering some 7.7 million ha, though the area considered a protected sanctuary constitutes only one-sixth of the total area. It includes the volcanic rock mass of the Air, a small Sahelian...

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