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Country Research
Use these resources as you conduct your research over the next two months.
Books and Videos
The world almanac for kids 2009
REF 031.02 WorThis book includes information on people in the news, countries of the world, holidays, science, music, art, the 2008 election results, the 2008 Summer Olympics, and much more
Dorling Kindersley children's atlas
J-Ref 912 DorUsing innovative computer technology and the latest cartographic data, this atlas includes physical maps of the continents, detailed large-scale maps focusing on the world's countries, and over 1000 photographs, diagrams, and illustrations to capture the particular flavor of each region
Online Resources
New Book of Knowledge
http://auth.grolier.com/login/proxy_login.html
Reference and current events for elementary school and higher.
Grolier Encyclopedia
http://auth.grolier.com/login/proxy_login.html
Quick reference with media for middle school and higher.
Websites
Country Reports
http://www.countryreports.org/Choose a country or click on the region where your country is. This site has a Spanish version at http://es.countryreports.org/country.aspx.
CIA World Factbook
https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/index.htmlThis is the ultimate place to find information about the geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, and military of different countries. Pick your country from the drop-down menu and learn!
National Geographic Travel & Culture
http://travel.nationalgeographic.com/placesUse the "Quick Find" in the upper right hand corner to locate your country.