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US Department of State

U.s. Dept. Of State: u.s. Relations With Chile

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides information about the relationship between the United States and Chile. Additional information about the country is available through the links at the bottom of the page.
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Latin America

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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University of Texas at Austin

University of Texas: Perry Castaneda Library: Brazil Maps

For Students 9th - 10th
Presents a great collection of maps all having to do with Brazil. There are country maps, city maps, and thematic maps that cover topics such as politics, geography, economy, land use, population, climate, and more.
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Other

Embassy of Venezuela: National Parks and Natural Monuments

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides links to the 26 national parks and 11 natural monuments in Venezuela. Each national park and natural monument has a brief description.
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Information Technology Associates

Brazil Geography 2007

For Students 9th - 10th
Detailed information describing the geography of Brazil. Click here to learn fascinating information about the dynamics of Brazil's geography.
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Other

Languages in South America

For Students 9th - 10th
Concise chart representing the Langages in South American. Learn about the languages for each country and the approximate number of speakers.
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Central Intelligence Agency

Cia: World Factbook: Peru

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource from the CIA World Factbook provides a detailed fact sheet of Peru. The content covers the country's geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues. It includes...
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Central Intelligence Agency

Cia: World Factbook: Ecuador

For Students 9th - 10th
The CIA World Factbook provides an extensive page of information on Ecuador, a neighbor to Colombia. Includes information on this country's economy, climate, geographical location, government, size, and much more.
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Kidport

Kidport: United States of America Geography

For Students 3rd - 5th
This site contains a fun way to learn about the states within the United States. Click on the state that you want to learn more about and it provides facts, geographic landmarks, points of interest, major industries, a quiz and more.
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Geographyiq

Geography Iq: Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

For Students 9th - 10th
After reading a brief introduction of the Falkland Islands, you can learn many enlightening facts about the country through "Facts at a Glance." Topics include geography, people, economy, and government.
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Encyclopedia of Earth

Encyclopedia of Earth: Bolivia

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of Bolivia, 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.
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eTravel Photos

Travel Photos From Peru, South America

For Students 9th - 10th
A beautiful photo journal of Peru taken in 2006.
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Geographyiq

Geography Iq: Venezuela Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
Features a statistical chart on the economy of Venezuela covering topics such as GDP, poverty rate, household income, unemployment rate, imports and exports, currency, and more.
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Encyclopedia of Earth

Encyclopedia of Earth: Falkland Islands (United Kingdom)

For Students 9th - 10th
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of Falkland Islands (United Kingdom), including its geography, natural resources, history, government, economy, and much more. Maps and images are also included, along with sources used to...
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PBS

Pbs Frontline: Jewel of the Amazon

For Students 9th - 10th
Description of what the discovery of diamonds and the ensuing black market and illegal mining has done to the Amazon Basin of Brazil.
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Other

Australian Department of Foreign Affairs: Brazil

For Students 9th - 10th
Includes facts about the people, land, government, history, economy, foreign relations, and political conditions of Brazil. There is a concentration on Brazil's diplomatic relations with Australia plus some travel advice if you plan on...
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US Department of State

Us Department of State: Archive: Venezuela

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides information about the geography, people, government, economy, history, and foreign relations of Venezuela. (April 2012)
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Quechua

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Quechua people who live in the central Andes region of South America. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life,...
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Other

The David Rumsey Historical Map Collection

For Students 9th - 10th
"The David Rumsey Historical Map Collection focuses on rare 18th and 19th century North and South America cartographic history materials. Historic maps of the World, Europe, Asia, and Africa are also represented. The collection...
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Geographyiq

Geography Iq: Paraguay

For Students 9th - 10th
A detailed and comprehensive resource for finding much information on Paraguay. Organized by quick facts in chart form or longer commentaries.
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Geographyiq

Geography Iq: Chile

For Students 9th - 10th
Much historical information and current facts about Chile are given in this well organized and detailed site. Quick facts are displayed in easy to read charts.
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Geographyiq

Geography Iq: Guyana

For Students 9th - 10th
After reading a brief overview on Guyana, you can learn many enlightening facts about the country through "Facts at a Glance" or more detailed information in the commentary section.
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Smithsonian Institution

National Museum of Natural History: Expedition to Galapagos

For Students 9th - 10th
Accompany scientists on an exciting trip to the Galapagos as they make a film on the islands for IMAX. Featured are a fantastic photo journal and video footage.
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Geographyiq

Geography Iq: Venezuela Geography

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides a "Facts at a Glance" chart covering topics dealing with geography in Venezuela.