Lesson Plan
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This Is Tanzania

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Students study the volcanic history and the wildlife of Tanzania. They examine how most Tanzanians live on a subsistence agricultural economy.
Lesson Plan
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This Is Tanzania

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Students explore Tanzania. In this geography skills lesson, students read This is Tanzania by Richard Lupinsky, Jr. and discuss the impact that volcanoes have had on the nation. Students analyze the imagery in Lupinsky's piece and create...
Worksheet
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Flag of Tanzania

For Students 3rd - 5th
In this flag of Tanzania instructional activity, learners read the history and symbolism of the flag, then color it according to the directions.
Lesson Plan
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This Is Tanzania

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Students begin the lesson by locating Tanzania on a world map. While reading an article, they note what the author's opinion is of the people who live there and discover the connection the people have with the land. They examine the...
Lesson Plan
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The Big O

For Teachers K - 3rd
Students investigate the characteristics of a community. They investigate the characteristics of the Omaha community through internet research and discussion. Students create books about their community.
Lesson Plan
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African Myths

For Teachers 3rd - 7th
Students discover the role of storytelling in the African culture. In this multicultural lesson, students discuss the elements of the African myth and record them on the board. Students visit an African folktale website and read examples...
Worksheet
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Adaptation and Modification: The Masai

For Students 6th - 9th
In this African culture instructional activity, students read a selection about the life of the Masai people and then respond to 5 short answer questions. 
Worksheet
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Lions at Lunchtime

For Students 4th
In this literature study unit, 4th graders read the book Lions at Lunchtime and match ten vocabulary words to the definitions and seven short answer questions based on chapters 1 and 2. Students read chapters 3,4, and 5 and answer twelve...
Interactive
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World Currency Quiz

For Students 6th - 12th
In this online interactive geography quiz worksheet, students respond to 81 identification questions about world currencies. Students have 10 minutes to complete the quiz.
Worksheet
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Journey, Travel and Trip Exercise

For Students 3rd - 4th
In this journey, travel, and trip worksheet, students fill in the blanks to the sentences with either the words journey, travel, or trip. Students complete 17 sentences and write 4 on their own.
Worksheet
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Breaking News English: UN Secretary-General Announces Female Deputy

For Students 5th - 10th
In this English worksheet, students read "UN Secretary-General Announces Female Deputy," and then respond to 9 short answer, 19 matching and 8 true or false questions about the selection.
Handout
Travel Document Systems

Tds: Tanzania: History

For Students 9th - 10th
Read the fascinating history of two countries which, only recently, joined together as one. Tanganyika and Zanzibar are now known as Tanzania. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
Handout
Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Tanzania

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the culture of Tanzania. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion, politics, etc....
Handout
PBS

Pbs Online: Socialism to Privatization in Tanzania

For Students 9th - 10th
This PBS site has a detailed timeline of Tanzania, covering the entire 20th century.
Website
Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Tanzania

For Students 9th - 10th
Offers a country profile of the East African country of Tanzania, background details, and numerous links to comprehensive information on the country's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news, government, maps,...
Handout
Michigan State University

Michigan State University: Global Edge: Tanzania: Introduction

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of Tanzania in East Africa.
Handout
Encyclopedia of Earth

Encyclopedia of Earth: Tanzania

For Students 9th - 10th
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of Tanzania, 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.
Website
Ducksters

Ducksters: Geography for Kids: Tanzania

For Students 1st - 9th
On this site, kids learn about the geography and history of Tanzania.
Website
BBC

Bbc: News: Country Profile: Tanzania

For Students 9th - 10th
BBC News explores the East African country of Tanzania. Includes a general overview, country facts, information on leaders and media, and links to a timeline of key events and recent news.
Handout
University of Pennsylvania

University of Pennsylvania: Tanzania, a Profile

For Students 9th - 10th
This article surveys the history and geographcial features of Tanzania since independence.
Website
Smithsonian Institution

Nm Af A: In and Out of Focus: Images From Central Africa 1885 1960

For Students 9th - 10th
This exhibit from the National Museum of African Art has several series of photos taken mainly by Westerners from 1885-1960. Includes slideshows. Textual explanations accompany the photos.
Handout
Association of Religion Data Archives

Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: Tanzania

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about religion in Tanzania, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile; includes general facts, history, and religious data.
Lesson Plan
Peace Corps

Peace Corps: This Is Tanzania

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Students will learn about the history of volcanoes and wildlife in Tanzania in this lesson plan.
Website
PBS

Perceptions of African Identity: Swahili Coast

For Students 9th - 10th
From the PBS series, a history of the Swahili coast of East Africa, including the island of Zanzibar.