Curated OER
Stone Passing Game with Calabash Song
Students discuss games and their use around the world in many different cultures and how music and games are related. They discuss the rules of West African game then play a game from West Africa and review and learn the "Calabash" song...
Curated OER
Ghana's Tropical Rainforests: What Does Their Future Have To Do With Us?
Students examine the human impact on the tropical rainforests of Ghana, and the connection to people in other countries. They research the threats to rainforests by writing a campaigning leaflet and newspaper article.
Curated OER
How Much Does It Cost to Live in Ghana? What Difference Does Fair Trade Really Make?
Third graders analyze the cost of living in Ghana. They discover the importance of fair trade in the country. They solve problems related to the cocoa farmers in the region as well.
Curated OER
How Much Does It Cost to Live in Ghana?
Young scholars explore the effects that Fair Trade can have on the poverty among cocoa farmers. They identify the benefits of joining cooperatives for the farmers and complete a worksheet with their findings.
Curated OER
Where Is Cocoa Grown?
Students locate and identify cocoa-growing regions around the world. They discuss why it is grown there and how the climate and conditions needed are different from those in their hometowns. They play a true or false game about Ghana.
Curated OER
A Day in the Life of a Child in Accra, Ghana
Students list similarities and differences about their lives in comparison to the life of a child living in Accra, Ghana today. Students share what they think about the life of a child in Accra, Ghana.
Country Studies US
Country Studies: Ghana
A thorough look at Ghana from the Country Studies section of the Library of Congress. Read about its history, economy, people, and government. Information through the 1990s.
Association of Religion Data Archives
Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: Ghana
Learn about religion in Ghana, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile; includes general facts, history, and religious data.
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of African Art: El Anatsui: Gawu
The work of Ghanaian artyist El Anatsui is presented in this on-lone companion to the travelling ehibit of his work created by the Arts Council of Wales.
Oxfam
Virtual Journey of Ghana
Take a journey through Ghana, and experience the culture, the cuisine, and the colors of a country steeped in ancient traditions. Visit a typical Ghanaian village, discover the history of chocolate, and learn about Ghana's music scene.
Other
Care: Virtual Field Trips Archive: Ghana
Follow a group of CARE youth ambassadors on their mission to Ghana, as they both learn about the country and provide help in ongoing CARE efforts in Ghana.
University of Iowa
University of Iowa: Diffusion in the History of African States
Click on "Asante," for a description of African states during this political transition. Links to related information.
University of Iowa
University of Iowa: Art and Life in Africa
A comprehensive resource about African art and cultures.
University of Iowa
Streaming Videos of Burkina Faso and Ghana
Dozens of streaming videos to view based on African art and culture. View examples of how masks are used in festivals and ceremonies, how pottery is formed and fired, art that is created for everyday living, weaving on a loom, funeral...
University of Iowa
University of Iowa: Arts and Life in Africa: People Resources
Essential information on African countries and African peoples assembled by the University of Iowa.
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Ghana: Economy
You can read about Ghana's struggles with its economy over the past 40 years, and how it is working to strengthen the economy currently to improve the lives for its citizens. Information from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Ghana: Government
This article gives a good look at the government of Guinea and its problems since 2003. Read about the dictatorial president and the recent rebukes to his presidency. Information from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Ghana: History
Find out about the history of Ghana from its beginnings, its place as a British protectorate, and the problems and eventual successes it has had since its independence. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
Other
The Republic of Ghana
The Republic of Ghana's official website provides current events on the topics of living, governing, investing, studying, and visiting.
Central Intelligence Agency
Cia: World Factbook: Ghana
This resource from the CIA World Factbook provides a detailed fact sheet of Ghana. The content covers the country's geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues. It includes...
World Health Organization
World Health Organization: Ghana
Learn about core health indicators in Ghana in this World Health Organization country profile, which includes demographic and health information both historic and current.
PBS
Wnet: Thirteen: Africa: Explore the Regions Rainforest
Explore African rainforests at this richly illustrated and informative site from PBS. Learn about the people, economy, and countries of these densely forested zones.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Modern History Sourcebook: Nkrumah
Kwame Nkrumah, a former leader in Ghana, writes his concept of a freedom in Africa following years of European rule on the continent.
BBC
Bbc: Ghana Profile
This profile provides a concise overview of Ghana's history, culture, and economy in addition to information about the country's leaders and media. Links to related articles are also featured.