Curated OER
Exploring Switzerland
Second graders research the country of Switzerland using the Internet and other resource materials. A variety of excellent materials are provided.
Curated OER
Words in the News: Switzerland's Secret Weaon
Students are asked questions about the World Cup and Switzerland. They practice using new vocabulary words. They read an article about marketing campaigns for the event and answer questions.
Association of Religion Data Archives
Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: Switzerland
Learn about religion in Switzerland, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile; includes general facts, history, and religious data.
PBS
Pbs: Commanding Heights the Battle for the World Economy
A huge site dedicated to an understanding of the current global economic system. Includes the history, forces, values and perceptions that have shaped the world's economy. A comprehensive resource that includes a detailed economic report...
Other
Museum of International Folk Art: Carnaval Around the World; Basel, Switzerland
From the exhibit "Carnaval Around the World" at the Museum of International Folk Art, we have a feature page on the celebration as it occurs in Basel, Switzerland. With a description, photos, map and audio clip this is a nice glimpse...
Other
Swiss World
This site from the Swiss government contains extensive geographical, cultural, historical, economic, social and political information about this mountainous, multilingual country. It contains extensive links to authoritative outside...
Metropolitan Museum of Art
Metropolitan Museum of Art: Paul Klee (1879 1940)
The Metropolitan Museum of Art provides this informative page on the Swiss expressionist painter Paul Klee (1879-1940). With information and pictures this in a nice resource for study.
World Health Organization
World Health Organization: Switzerland
Learn about core health indicators in Switzerland in this World Health Organization country profile which includes demographic and current health information.
Other
Spl Swiss Propulsion Laboratory
The Swiss Propulsion Laboratory is a non-profit organization whose primary goal is the development of means of lifting civilian payloads into low-earth orbit at reasonable prices.
Princeton University
Collected Papers of Einstein:volume 5: Swiss Years: Correspondence,1902 1914 Eng
A publication of Albert Einstein's written legacy presented in the English language translation. This translation volume focuses on his life and work in Switzerland.
Princeton University
The Collected Papers of Einstein: Volume 4: Swiss Years: Writings 1912 1914 Eng
A publication of Albert Einstein's written legacy presented in the English language translation. This translation volume focuses on his life and work in Switzerland.
Princeton University
The Collected Papers of Einstein:volume 5:swiss Years: Correspondence, 1902 1914
A publication of Albert Einstein's written legacy presented in the original language version with in-depth English language annotation readers can access. This volume focuses on his life and work in Switzerland.
Other
Kunstmuseum Basel ( Fine Art Museum of Basel, Switzerland)
This is the home page of the Fine Art Museum in Basel, Switzerland. You can browse through the artworks in the collection online. Among the paintings on exhibit are ones by such renowned artists as Picasso, Gauguin, Monet, and Van Gogh....
Lizard Point Quizzes
Lizard Point: Switzerland: Cantons Quiz
Test your geography knowledge by taking this interactive quiz over the cantons of Switzerland.
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Switzerland
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of Switzerland, 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.
Other
Information About Switzerland
Website includes a look at Switzerland's government, culture, economy, education, geography, history, and more. Learn about what the Swiss eat, how high their mountains are, and much more.
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Liechtenstein: Economy
Find out about the industrialization of Liechtenstein's economy and its relationship with Switzerland. A chart gives quick facts about the economy as a whole. From the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
Other
Places of Peace and Power: Einsiedeln, Switzerland
An excellent overview of the religious significance and history associated with Einsiedeln, Switzerland as a pilgrimage destination. Also includes information about the "Black Madonna."
National Geographic Kids
National Geographic Kids: Switzerland
Click-through facts-and-photo file about Switzerland's geography, nature, history, people and culture, and government. Includes a map of the country that pinpoints its European location.
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Switzerland
Offers a virtual destination guide and profile of the alpine nation of Switzerland, background overview, and numerous links to comprehensive information on the country's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population,...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Multicultural America: Swiss Americans
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Swiss Americans. (Note: Content is not the most current.)
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Swiss
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the people of Switzerland. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges,...
BBC
Bbc: News: Country Profile: Switzerland
The BBC features an overview on the wealthy European country of Switzerland including key facts, historical background, information on political leaders and the news media, and a timeline of key events. Also provides links to recent news...
Other
Weather Online: Climates of the World: Switzerland
A short, comprehensive site providing information about Switzerland's climate and weather. It also contains links to other countries' climate websites.