Curated OER
Caribbean Music: National Dances
In this Caribbean national dance songs learning exercise, students read information pertaining to the merengue, the calypso, and the mento. Students then respond to 12 short answer questions regarding the dances.
Curated OER
Caribbean Music-- An Introduction
In this music worksheet, students investigate the history of music and the musical style of the Caribbean islands. Students read a 1 page information sheet about the region and its music. Students answer 8 questions.
Curated OER
Latin America: Places and Regions
Seventh graders create a Latin American portfolio in the form of a country presentation using PowerPoint software. They use their knowledge of geographic concepts to interpret maps, globes, charts, diagrams, and timelines.
Other
The Dominican Republic Kids Corner
The Embassy of the Dominican Republic in the United States present some general facts about its country. It then delves deeper into the subjects of climate, history, music, and food.
Association of Religion Data Archives
Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: Dominican Republic
Learn about religion in the Dominican Republic, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile; includes general facts, history, and religious data.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Dominicans
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Dominicans. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc. (Note:...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Dominican Republic
Provides an overview of the culture of the Dominican Republic. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion,...
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Dominican Republic
Features a country profile of the Dominican Republic, background details, and numerous links to comprehensive information on the nation's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news, government, and much more.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Multicultural America: Dominican Americans
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Dominican Americans. (Note: Content is not the most current.)
Geographic
Geographic: Dominican Republic People
This site provides facts on the people of Dominican Republic.
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Dominican Republic: Introduction
Complete guide to the statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the Dominican Republic in the Caribbean Islands.
New York Times
New York Times: Carnival in the Dominican Republic
Captioned photos and music provide a taste of what life is like in the Dominican city of La Vega when Carnival comes to town.
BBC
Bbc: News: Country Profile: Dominican Republic
The BBC gives information about the Dominican Republic with details on geography, culture, its leaders, and its news media.
Colby College
Spanish Language & Culture: Ojala Que Llueva Cafe
An exploration of the Dominican Republic based on the popular song "Ojala que Llueve" by Dominican artist Juan Luis Guerra. With an image gallery and Spanish grammar exercises along with music, this is a great place to learn about the...
Library of Congress
Loc: Country Study: Dominican Republic and Haiti
A look at the Dominican Republic. Read about its history, culture, geography, economy, and politics.
Other
La Republica Dominicana: Todo Un Pais De Sensaciones
This is a site for exploring many aspects of life in the Dominican Republic. Available in French, Italian, Spanish, or English. Links lead to information on the country and its regions, its cultural roots, ecological resources, news and...
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Latin America
Article on Latin America that provides a great overview of the region. Discussions include history, religion, culture, links to information about each of the countries, and more.
Kids' Wings
Texas Bluebonnet Books: "How Tia Lola Came to Stay"
This site provides a book summary, lesson plan ideas, book connections and resource links for teaching How Tia Lola Came to Stay by Julia Alvarez.
Emory University
Emory University: Julia Alvarez
Good website from Emory University containing a biography of Julia Alvarez, a list of awards and honors she has won, some of her works, and a list of works about her. Related links and a bibliography also provided.