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Encyclopedia Britannica

Encyclopedia Britannica: The Rio Grande

For Students 9th - 10th
This entry provides a description of the physical features, the economy surrounding and the study and exploration of the Rio Grande river.
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Georgia Humanities Council and the University of Georgia Press.

New Georgia Encyclopedia: Tallulah Falls and Gorge

For Students 9th - 10th
Tallulah Gorge, a popular state park in northern Georgia, was once the site of the beautiful Tallulah Falls. The falls no longer exist, due to the damming of the river, but this site recalls their beauty and the varied fortunes of the...
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Curated OER

Geo Net Internet Geography

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides a detailed overview of all forms of geography. Learn about earthquakes, ecosystems, plate tectonics, rivers, national parks, and more.
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Travel Document Systems

Tds: Liechtenstein: Geography

For Students 9th - 10th
A listing of the different aspects of the physical environment of Liechtenstein including climate, topography, size, and neighbors. From the CIA World Fact Book.
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Other

The Yangtze River

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a personal travelogue of various sites along the Yangtze river.
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Curated OER

Wikipedia: Mississippi River

For Students 9th - 10th
From Wikipedia, which is an online free encyclopedia, find a very comprehensive entry that includes the history, geography, navigation, major cities along the river and notable bridges.
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Curated OER

Wikipedia: Mississippi River

For Students 9th - 10th
From Wikipedia, which is an online free encyclopedia, find a very comprehensive entry that includes the history, geography, navigation, major cities along the river and notable bridges.
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Curated OER

Wikipedia: Mississippi River

For Students 9th - 10th
From Wikipedia, which is an online free encyclopedia, find a very comprehensive entry that includes the history, geography, navigation, major cities along the river and notable bridges.
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Other

Harper College: North Africa/ Sw Asia Map Tutorial

For Students 9th - 10th
Quiz yourself on the physical geography of Southwest Asia and North Africa by using this tutorial to Check your knowledge of landforms, bodies of water, and rivers in this area of the world.
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Hans Lohninger

Photo Globe: Venezuela

For Students 9th - 10th
Presents many general country specific facts about Venezuela in a well organized chart form. Content includes: geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues. This site is...
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Adventure Learning Foundation

Adventure Learning Foundation: Southern Africa

For Students 3rd - 8th
Explore the geography, culture, history, and people of Southern Africa in this site. It includes journal excerpts, pictures, maps, and classroom activities.
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Discovering Lewis & Clark

Discovering Lewis & Clark: The Missouri: Habits & Eccentricities

For Students 9th - 10th
Take a closer look at the "Big Muddy" and all its peculiarities. Learn about the personality of the Missouri River from the days of Lewis and Clark up to today.
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Other

Classics Technology Center: Ancient Mesopotamia

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
This site from the Classics Technology Center provides materials concerning ancient Mesopotamia collected through teacher collaboration. Focuses on geography, religion, economics, clothing, and achievements. Also includes classroom...
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China State Council Information Office and the China International Publishing Group

China.org.cn: Plateaus

For Students 9th - 10th
Extensive examination of the plateaus in China. Includes a look at how plateaus and rivers affect the geography of China.
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Discovering Lewis & Clark

Discovering Lewis & Clark: The Big Muddy Joins the Mighty Miss

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover interesting facts about the Missouri and Mississippi Rivers during the time of Lewis and Clark through maps.
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Encyclopedia of Earth

Encyclopedia of Earth: Rio Grande

For Students 9th - 10th
Read here about the infamous Rio Grande Rivers. This article includes information regarding its history and various facts and figures about it including its agriculture, major cities, dams and other issues.
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World History Encyclopedia

World History Encyclopedia: Ancient Egypt

For Students 9th - 10th
Encyclopedia entry provides an overivew with map, photos, and timeline of the history and geography of ancient Egypt.
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World History Encyclopedia

World History Encyclopedia: Aria

For Students 9th - 10th
Examines the history, geography, and people of the area surrounding the Areios River in Afghanistan.
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Bakongo

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Bakongo in the Congo River region of Africa. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes,...
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CNN

Cnn: China's Three Gorges Dam

For Students 9th - 10th
Article describes the raging controversy over the gigantic dam on the "Fabled Yangzi River." Decide for yourself; will this help China enough to warrant the environmental destruction?
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Other

Chinese Portayers: The Yangtze

For Students 9th - 10th
An interesting viewpoint of the Yangtze! This site presents the River as a point of art through centuries of Chinese culture.
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InterKnowledge Corp.

Geographia.com: An Introduction to India

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from Geographia.com treats the subject of India in a factual presentation of India's location, geography, climate, culture, people, and history. The format is easy to follow, but not necessarily attractively displayed.
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InterKnowledge Corp.

An Introduction to Namibia

For Students 9th - 10th
Brief description of Namibia, including people and geography, with an emphasis on parks and wildlife preserves; includes photographs.
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: South America

For Students 9th - 10th
Offers an overview of the continent of South America, featuring information about politics, geography, and population statistics. Click on the name of a country to discover more details.

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