American Museum of Natural History
Being An Anthropologist: Laurel Kendall
Imagine studying Korean culture, especially the role of women, as well as marriage and religious rituals from home! Anthropologist Laurel Kendall shares what she has learned from her many trips to this fascinating country half a world away.
Why Christmas
Christmas Around the World
Discover how the world celebrates Christmas with an interactive website that takes scholars on a journey through several different countries' holiday festivities.
American Museum of Natural History
Being a Zoologist: Sandra Olsen
Are your students wild about horses? Then introduce them Sandra Olsen, a zooarchaeologist, who has been studying horses and the people who herd them. Ms Olsen responds to 15 interview questions and details how she goes about her...
Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Kids Web Japan: Culture Corner
Sponsored by the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, this comprehensive site explains traditional Japanese arts, crafts, and culture in a way that's very friendly to younger students. Traditional arts covered include drumming, the tea...
Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Web Japan: Culture
Japanese traditional culture and modern culture are explored in this article from the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Learn about the many traditional ceremonies and arts that are a part of Japanese culture.
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Japan National Tourism: Japanese Culture
The culture of Japan is showcased. Click anywhere on the menu bar to access topics and illustrations ranging from architecture, temples, bonsai, tea ceremony, gardens, costumes, floral art, calligraphy, and many more.
University of Arizona
University of Arizona: Usa Customs and Culture Tips
Comprehensive look at the customs and cultures in the United States. Presented as a resource for ESL students but is an excellent source for any teacher or student.
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Inside Mexico: Culture and Traditions
Covers a wide variety of cultures and traditions of Mexico, including food, recipes, art, music, history, festivals and holidays. Some of the material is in both English and Spanish.
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Taipei Economic & Cultural Office: Art of Chinese Dance
This site from the Taipei Economic & Cultural Office in Houston has wonderful information on the Traditional Chinese Culture in Taiwan such as the art of Chinese Dance. The information is somewhat in-depth and is very interesting as...
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Metis Nation of Ontario: Culture and Heritage: Who Are the Metis?
Metis history and culture are presented on this site. Presents a brief overview with links to deeper aspects of the Metis experience, including the role and importance of Louis Riel, symbols and traditions, a timeline, the Michif...
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Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma: Culture & Heritage
Extensive information on the culture and traditions of the Choctaw, and their social life in the past. Covers such topics as foods, games, medicine, clothing, etc. The text is often based on accounts written in the past.
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Victoria Falls Guide: African Culture
An informational site by two people who grew up in Zimbabwe. Covers facts, art, customs, culture, history, myths, traditions, and religions of Zimbabwe and Africa. Also has a news sections with links to articles on Zimbabwe.
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Early Cultures: Pre European Peoples of Wisconsin: Woodland Tradition
This informative site gives a great description of the life of the Indians of the Woodland tradition. Read about their hunting tools, food, pottery, and the mounds they built. There is a good pdf chart that consolidates all this...
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Traditions of Mexico
This homepage provides many links pertaining to the history, traditions, and culture of Mexico.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: American Indian Culture of the Southeast
The Southeast Indian tribes were known for their agricultural success. Examine their farming practices, pottery, mound building traditions, and societal structure in the following summary. Also included are pictures, maps, critical...
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Alaska Native Heritage Center: Unangax & Alutiiq (Sugpiaq) Cultures of Alaska
Provides an introduction to the traditions and customs of the Unangax and Alutiiq peoples of Alaska with emphasis on their distinct culture.
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Australia: Culture and the Arts
A brief description of the cultural traditions in Australia, including the visual arts, performing arts, cultural heritage, film, writers, and fashion.
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Early Cultures: Paleo Traditions
This interesting site shows many aspects of the Paleo culture. Learn about the ways the Paleo Indians hunted for food, the tools they used, and find a chart which organizes all the information.
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Explore Hispanic Culture: Hispanic Traditions
Students will explore the definition of "tradition" in Spanish culture. Pinatas, quince anos, mananitas, Dia de los Muertos, and Hispanic Christmas traditions are included.
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The Culture of Spain
The culture of Spain is discussed at this site. Food, drink, nightlife, and fiestas & traditions are talked about.
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China Daily: China Culture a Z
Go directly to a collection of illustrated feature-length articles about traditional and contemporary Chinese arts. Covers the principal visual and performing arts of China, for example, traditional crafts, calligraphy, architecture,...
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Project Britain: British Life and Culture
Thanks to teachers and students at Woodlands Junior School for this excellent website that clues us in on everything British. This is an excellent source of information for customs and traditions, daily life, etiquette, government, food...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: World Cultures
Provides overviews of the traditional culture and lifestyle of ethnic groups in countries all over the world. Countries and groups are organized alphabetically. Although the content is not the most current, it does offer historical...
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Peru Cultural: The Incas
An award winning site that uncovers the lost Incan civilization. Features include history, administration, technology, arts, and maps. A sophisticated account of the Incas that is well worth a visit.