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Curated OER

University of Texas: Maps: Turkey

For Students 9th - 10th
This political map of Turkey from the Perry-Castaneda collection shows Turkey reaching from Asia across the Bosporus to Europe.
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Curated OER

University of Texas: Maps: Relief Map of Turkey

For Students 9th - 10th
See how mountainous eastern Turkey is on this relief map from the Perry-Castaneda collection. You can also trace the major roadways and rail lines.
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Turkey

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

Nations Online: Turkey

For Students 9th - 10th
Presents a travel guide and country profile of the European nation of Turkey including a background overview and numerous links to comprehensive information on the nation's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population,...
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Central Intelligence Agency

Cia: World Factbook: Turkey

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the CIA World Factbook contains a wealth of information on the country of Turkey.
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PBS

Pbs News Hour: What Is Behind the Turkey Pardoning Ritual?

For Students 9th - 10th
Every year the President of the United States pardons a turkey for Thanksgiving Day. Find out the history behind this tradition.
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About: Education: 20 Fun Facts About Wild Turkeys

For Students 9th - 10th
Find out about current habitat, feeding habits, survival behaviors, physical characteristics and much more about wild turkeys.
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Lonely Planet

Lonely Planet: Turkey

For Students 9th - 10th
Site provides a brief overview of the history of Turkey. Discusses self-determination in the fourth paragraph. Also provides a map, slideshows, and information on geography, demographics, and culture.
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Oregon Zoo

Oregon Zoo: Turkey Vulture

For Students 9th - 10th
Get to know the facts, behavior, breeding habits, vital statistics, and conservation of the turkey vulture, named for wild turkeys.
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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Political Debate in Turkey

For Students 9th - 10th
A hot topic of debate in Turkey is the possibility of an increasingly Islamic state in this historically secular country. Learn more in this video from Wide Angle.
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Channel 4 Learning

Channel 4: We Are From Turkey

For Students 3rd - 8th
Learn all about Turkey's countryside, customs, people, and history at this kid-friendly site from Channel 4.
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Michigan State University

Michigan State University: Global Edge: Turkey: Introduction

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the transcontinental country of Turkey in the Middle East.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Cultural Heritage at Risk: Turkey

For Students 9th - 10th
The modern state of Turkey is one of the most archeologically and culturally rich places in the world. This article discusses why these sites are endangered and the struggle to protect these sites.
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San Francisco Zoo: Turkey Vulture

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn fascinating facts about the habitat, behavior, physical characteristics, and diet of the turkey vulture and discover the threats that many of these animals face today.
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Encyclopedia of Earth

Encyclopedia of Earth: Turkey

For Students 9th - 10th
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of Turkey, 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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National Geographic Kids

National Geographic Kids: Turkey

For Students 3rd - 8th
Click-through facts-and-photo file about Turkey's geography, nature, history, people and culture, and government. Includes a map of the country that pinpoints its European location and a video on the Turkish city of Istanbul.
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Minnesota Turkey Growers Association: Minnesota Turkey

For Students 3rd - 5th
A page of turkey trivia, and information about American traditions involving turkeys.
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Odyssey: Middle East Stage: Turkey

For Students 3rd - 8th
Take a step into the world of Turkey with this team of Teacher Trekkers. You will look at life in the Middle East, meet "real" people and learn about the culture and religion.
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ABCya

Ab Cya: Turkey Touchdown

For Students 1st - 6th
What's more Thanksgiving than turkey and football? What about turkeys playing football? Turkey Touchdown is a great way for kids to celebrate the holiday and practice their math facts. Kids will choose a level of difficulty, and then...
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Alberta Birds of Prey Foundation

Alberta Birds of Prey Foundation: Turkey Vulture

For Students 9th - 10th
This fact sheet about the turkey vulture gives information about appearance, diet, habitat and nesting.
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BBC

Bbc: News: Country Profile: Turkey

For Students 9th - 10th
BBC News features a broad overview of the European country of Turkey. Focus is on history, current information, country facts, political leaders, and news media. Provides links to a timeline of key events, recent news articles, and...
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Just Books Read Aloud

Just Books Read Aloud: Teresa Bateman: A Plump and Perky Turkey

For Students Pre-K - 1st
A video of the book "A Plump and Perky Turkey", written by Teresa Bateman, and illustrated by Jeff Shelly. Just Books Read Aloud is a site that includes children's books read aloud by normal (but enthusiastic) readers.
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Just Books Read Aloud

Just Books Read Aloud: Sometime It's Turkey, Sometimes It's Feathers

For Students Pre-K - 1st
A video of the book "Sometime It's Turkey, Sometimes It's Feathers", written by Lorna Balian and Lecia Balian. Just Books Read Aloud is a site that includes children's books read aloud by normal (but enthusiastic) readers.
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University of Texas at Austin

University of Texas: History of the Jews of Turkey [Pdf]

For Teachers 9th - 10th
A document-based question unit for world history regarding the history of the Jewish people of Turkey.

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