Curated OER
Geography: Caribbean
Students research and view a video on the geography of the Caribbean. In this Caribbean geography lesson, students go on an imaginary trip to the Caribbean and write postcards and letters telling of their trip. Students will include...
Curated OER
Geography A to Z - The Letter J
In this geography activity, students answer clues about geographical place names that all begin with the letter J.
Curated OER
Geography of Puerto Rico - Review Questions
In this geography of Puerto Rico worksheet, students answer short answer questions about facts of geography in Puerto Rico. Students complete 10 questions.
Curated OER
RACED Comprehension Sheet
In this race worksheet, young scholars respond to 10 short answer questions regarding geography concepts that feature the letters of the word "raced" as mnemonic hooks.
Smithsonian Institution
The Sounds of an Island: Jamaican Music for the Classroom
Introduce young explorers to the music and history of Jamaican culture through game songs and dances. As a bonus, class members get to play simple songs transcribed for the recorder.
Curated OER
Which Country?
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...
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Strengthening Democracy in Latin America
Sixth graders examine the many challenges facing the nations of Latin America today. In this World Geography instructional activity, 6th graders analyze various documents that will help strengthen democracy. Students create a...
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The Commonwealth - Members and Structure
Students research the member countries that make up the Commonwealth. They develop research skills using atlases. They define the word community. They complete an online geography quiz.
Curated OER
Strengthening Democracy In Latin America
Students consider how to strengthen democratic principles in Latin America. In this government systems lesson, students explore the challenges to democratic forms of government in Latin America as they examine primary sources. Students...
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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.
Curated OER
Paws in Jobland
Students explore jobs in different countries . In this lesson about different countries through research. Students are broken into groups and given a country to research. Each group is provided with a worksheet with 14 questions to be...
The Commonwealth
Commonwealth Secretariat: Jamaica
The Commonwealth Secretariat furnishes a country profile of Jamaica with information on its geography, society, economy, history, constitution, and politics. Includes a map and image of the flag.
Central Intelligence Agency
Cia: World Factbook: Jamaica
This resource from the CIA World Factbook provides a detailed fact sheet of Jamaica. The content covers the country's geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues. It includes...
National Geographic Kids
National Geographic Kids: Jamaica
Welcome to Jamaica! Follow this interactive overview of the country's history, geography, people, government, nature, and more. A map and video are included.
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Jamaica
Features a broad country profile of the Caribbean Island of Jamaica, background details, and numerous links to comprehensive information on the nation's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news, government, and...
World InfoZone
World Info Zone: Jamaica
Much topical information on Jamaica is provided here by World Infozone. Subjects include geography, environment, population, religion, food, history, economy, arts, sports, and holidays. Check out the quick fact sheet.
Latimer Clarke Corporation
Atlapedia Online: Jamaica
A complete profile of Jamaica including highlights on its geography, climate, people, modern history, economy, communications, and military. Click on the maps to enlarge them.
Geographyiq
Geography Iq: Jamaica
Read about Jamaica's economy, government, history, or people either as a quick fact or more expanded version at this very comprehensive site.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Jamaica
Provides an overview of the culture of Jamaica. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion, politics, etc....
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Jamaica
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of Jamaica, 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.
Hans Lohninger
Photo Globe: Jamaica
Presented are well organized quick facts about Jamaica in a chart form.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Geography for Kids: Jamaica
Explore the history and geography of Jamaica on this website.
The Commonwealth
Commonwealth Secretariat: St Kitts and Nevis
The Commonwealth Secretariat explores a country profile of St Kitts and Nevis with information on its geography, society, economy, history, constitution, and politics. Includes a map and image of the flag.
Curated OER
Map of Jamaica
Useful reference source that has individual sections of information about the geography, people, government, economy, history, and foreign relations of Jamaica. Includes a map and image of the flag.