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The Commonwealth

Commonwealth Secretariat: Jamaica

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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Country Studies US

Country Studies: Jamaica

For Students 9th - 10th
A thorough look at Jamaica from the Country Studies section of the Library of Congress. Read about its history, economy, people, and government. Information through the 1990's.
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National Geographic Kids

National Geographic Kids: Jamaica

For Students 3rd - 8th
Welcome to Jamaica! Follow this interactive overview of the country's history, geography, people, government, nature, and more. A map and video are included.
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World Health Organization

World Health Organization: Jamaica

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about core health indicators in Jamaica in this World Health Organization country profile, which includes demographic and health information both historic and current.
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Geographyiq

Geography Iq: Jamaica

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about Jamaica's economy, government, history, or people either as a quick fact or more expanded version at this very comprehensive site.
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Other

Government of Jamaica

For Students 9th - 10th
Comprehensive five page summary of the government of Jamaica.
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Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Jamaica

For Students 9th - 10th
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...
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AllRefer

All Refer Reference: Jamaica: Introduction & Country Profile

For Students 9th - 10th
Get the lowdown on Jamaica while learning about the country's economy, people, government, military, and more. Good reference map and flag are included.
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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Jamaica Bay Introduction

For Students 9th - 10th
In this video segment from WILD TV, learn about the field study of scientists observing raccoons and terrapins in Jamaica Bay.
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BBC

Bbc: News: Country Profile: Jamaica

For Students 9th - 10th
The BBC offers a brief sketch of Jamaica with importance given to government and the news media. Be sure to click on the timeline link for information on key events in history.
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Just Books Read Aloud

Just Books Read Aloud: Brianna, Jamaica, and the Dance of Spring

For Students Pre-K - 1st
A video of the book "Brianna, Jamaica, and the Dance of Spring", written by Juanita Havill, and illustrated by Anne O'Brien. Just Books Read Aloud is a site that includes children's books read aloud by normal (but enthusiastic) readers.
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Climate Zone

Climate Zone: Climate of Jamaica

For Students 9th - 10th
A guide to information about the weather of Jamaica displayed in tables featuring average monthly temperature and rainfall. Some general facts and a map are also included.
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EL Education

El Education: Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge Trail Guide and Calendar

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students study wildlife at the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge and then work together to create a calendar field guide with digital photographs and information about various forms of wildlife found in the refuge.
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Hans Lohninger

Photo Globe: Jamaica

For Students 9th - 10th
Presented are well organized quick facts about Jamaica in a chart form.
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Curated OER

Jamaica Map

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Jamaica map
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Curated OER

Science Kids: Science Images: Map of Jamaica

For Students 9th - 10th
A political map of Jamaica.
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Curated OER

Science Kids: Science Images: Jamaica Flag

For Students 9th - 10th
The national flag of Jamaica, a country in the Caribbean.
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Curated OER

University of Texas: Jamaica: Political Map

For Students 9th - 10th
This site has a map of Jamaica. It's a clear, large map showing parish boundaries, roads and railroads.
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Curated OER

Science Kids: Science Images: Map of Jamaica

For Students 9th - 10th
A map featuring Jamaica and its neighboring countries.
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Curated OER

Etc: Maps Etc: Cuba, Jamaica, and Haiti Islands, 1901

For Students 9th - 10th
A map from 1901 of Cuba, Jamaica, and an inset of Hispaniola (Haiti and Santo Domingo or Dominican Republic), showing provinces and province capitals, major cities, towns and ports, railroads, terrain and coastal features, and smaller...
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Curated OER

Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: Cuba and Jamaica, 1911

For Students 9th - 10th
A map from 1911 of the Greater Antilles (Cuba, Jamaica, Hispaniola, and Puerto Rico), and the Lucayos or Bahama Island group. The map shows foreign possession at the time, capitals, major cities, and ports, railroads, terrain, rivers,...
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Curated OER

Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Maps Etc: Cuba, Haiti, and Jamaica, 1904

For Students 9th - 10th
A map from 1904 of Cuba, Jamaica, Haiti, and Santo Domingo showing capitals and major towns, ports, mountain systems, rivers, and coastal features. The provinces of Cuba are shown with province capitals.
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Curated OER

Etc: Cuba, Porto Rico, and Jamaica, 1914 1919

For Students 9th - 10th
Cuba, Puerto Rico, and Jamaica in 1919.
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Curated OER

Etc: Maps Etc: Cuba, Puerto Rico, and Jamaica, 1910

For Students 9th - 10th
A map from 1910 of Cuba, Jamaica, and Porto Rico (Puerto Rico), showing provinces, capitals and major cities, mountain systems, rivers, coastal features, and smaller banks and islands. Several inset maps are given, including a general...

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