Canada
By Virginia Kirsch
Students read about the provinces and territories of Canada and identify key resources in each area.
Where Is Afghanistan?
Students read about Afghanistan and view maps. They also answer questions about the country and its neighbors.
Sahel of Africa
Students locate the seven countries in the Sahel region, which is between the Sahara and the coastal rain forests. They identify the famous city of Timbuktu in a map exercise.
The Middle East
Students locate the countries of Turkey, Syria, Lebanon, Israel, and Jordan on a map in this interactive learning object.
East Timor
In this learning activity you'll read about the history of one of the world's newest nations and test their knowledge with a short quiz.
Caspian Sea
Students read about the Caspian Sea and use a map to identify the five countries that surround it.
The Black Sea
Students view a map of the countries that surround the Black Sea and test their knowledge in an interactive exercise.
Greenland
In this learning activity you'll quiz yourself about Greenland by answering questions about the people, the land, and the economy.
Where Is Japan?
Students read about Japan and test their knowledge by answering questions. They also locate Japan's major islands and the bordering countries on a map.
Where Is Russia?
Students read important facts about Russia and locate cities and bodies of water on a map. They then take a brief quiz.
Benelux
Students read about Benelux, the three countries in Europe that work together as an economic unit. Students test their knowledge by identifying the countries on a map.