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Human Rights Watch

Human Rights Watch: Venezuela

For Students 9th - 10th
Various articles depicting possible human rights violations by the current government of Venezuela. Ranging from the beating of anti government demonstrators to infringements on the freedom of the press, Human Rights Watch has some major...
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NPR: National Public Radio

Npr: Angry Venezuelans Recall Vote President Maduro

For Students 9th - 10th
Fed up with a collapsing economy, Venezuelans have been turning out in huge numbers this week to support a referendum that could potentially end the rule of President Nicolas Maduro and his Socialist Party.
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Other

El Universal Newspaper

For Students 9th - 10th
El Universal is a major daily newspaper published in Caracas, Venezuela. Features the news of the day from a Venezuelan perspective.
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Other

Association of American Chambers of Commerce in Latin America

For Students 9th - 10th
The AACCLA promotes trade and investment between the United States and Latin America. Country-specific information and general NAFTA information are provided.
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Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Venezuela Country Profile

For Students 3rd - 8th
A great country profile that takes you on a virtual trip to Venezuela. An overview is given on its art, culture, people, environment, geography, history, economy, and government. There are numerous links available that will provide you...
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Other

Gobierno Bolivariano De Venezuela: Ministerio Del Poder Popular Para La Cultura

For Students 9th - 10th
Spanish content; this is the government run web-site of the ministry of culture for Venezuela where one can find information about cultural offering and projects in the country.
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World Health Organization

World Health Organization: Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic Of)

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about core health indicators in Venezuela in this World Health Organization country profile which includes demographic and current health information.
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Central Intelligence Agency

Cia: World Factbook: Venezuela

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource from the CIA World Factbook provides a detailed fact sheet of Venezuela. The content covers the country's geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues. It...
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Council of Foreign Relations

Council on Foreign Relations: Venezuela's Chavez Era

For Students 9th - 10th
From the Council on Foreign Relations this interactive timeline follows the political career of Venezuelan Hugo Chavez, particularly after his election as president in 1998. Click on links for additional information.
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The Guardian

Guardian: Venezuela Blows Up Border Bridges With Colombia

For Students 9th - 10th
Guardian correspondent Rory Carroll discusses the rising tensions between Colombia and Venezuela as Venezuela continues to alienate itself from Colombia. Links to related articles are featured. (November 20, 2009)
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Other

Merco Press: Venezuela

For Students 9th - 10th
MercoPress is an "Independent news agency" concentrating on Mercosur (Common Market of the South) countries and includes in its area of influence the South Atlantic and insular territories. The particular site focuses on Venezuela, but...
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University of Texas at Austin

Perry Castaneda Library Map Collection: Venezuela Maps

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides several country and city maps as they relate to Venezuela.
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BBC

Bbc: Venezuela Leader Hugo Chavez Severs Ties With Colombia

For Students 9th - 10th
This article examines the reasons behind Venezuela's severance of ties with Colombia. Links to related articles and timelines are provided. (July 23, 2010)
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Geographyiq

Geography Iq: Venezuela

For Students 9th - 10th
It's easy to explore the South American country of Venezuela through "Facts at a Glance". Discover information about geography, culture, economy, government, climate, and more. If you want more, take a look at the notes and commentary.
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Unit Plan
Department of Defense

Do Dea: Spanish 1: Unit 6: Los Lugares

For Students 9th - 10th
In this sixth unit of an introductory Spanish course, students learn about Venezuela's culture and history, continue to expand their written and oral vocabulary when speaking about themselves, and recite a tongue twister. Includes...
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Biblioteca Virtual Miguel de Cervantes

Simon Bolivar, El Libertador

For Students 9th - 10th
This detailed biography in Spanish of the famous South American liberator Simon Bolivar includes many portraits and related links.
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US Department of State

U.s. Dept. Of State: u.s. Relations With Venezuela

For Students 9th - 10th
This site describes the relationship between the U.S. and Venezuelan governments. (April 2018)
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Other

Aventura La Ciudad De Los Ninos

For Students 9th - 10th
A national site from Venezuela designed to help kids with homework. Everything from mathematics to Venezuelan history. In Spanish.
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Other

El Castellano: Las Radios en Espanol, Pais Por Pais

For Students 9th - 10th
More than 100 Spanish-speaking radio stations, listed country by country, that can be accessed on the internet. A great way to develop skills in listening comprehension! Some sites may be inactive, but the majority are up and running....
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BBC

Bbc News: Venezuela's Economic Legacy

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is an article which analyzes the economy of Venezuela and how it was affected by the December 2002 strike by oil workers. The article does a nice job on describing how Hugo Chavez was able to restore oil production. The article...
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BBC

Bbc News: Moment of Truth Nears for Chavez

For Students 9th - 10th
This article from BBC News discusses the recall election for Hugo Chavez, president of Venezuela. This article is dated June 10, 2004 and the election was slated to be on August 15, 2004.
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Hans Lohninger

Photo Globe: Venezuela

For Students 9th - 10th
Presents many general country specific facts about Venezuela in a well organized chart form. Content includes: geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues. This site is...
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Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

Holt, Rinehart and Winston: Ven Conmigo! Algo Cultura Venezolana, Capitulo 3

For Students 9th - 10th
Spanish content; this self-assessing interactive exercise tests your knowledge of Venezuelan culture in addition to vocabulary and comprehension.
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Lonely Planet

Lonely Planet: Caracas Travel Guide

For Students 1st - 9th
A quick overview of the city of Caracas, the capital of Venezuela. Click on the map and the links on the left for more in-depth information and photos.