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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Latin America

For Students 9th - 10th
Article on Latin America that provides a great overview of the region. Discussions include history, religion, culture, links to information about each of the countries, and more.
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Handout
AllRefer

All Refer: Reference: Costa Rica: Introduction & Country Profile

For Students 9th - 10th
Significant source for information about the Central American country of Costa Rica. Facts are included about geography, economy, history, government, and the people. Take a look at the map and the flag.
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Website
InterKnowledge Corp.

Geographia: An Introduction to Costa Rica

For Students 9th - 10th
Travel to the Latin American nation of Costa Rica and explore its captivating geography, culture, and history. Informative and helpful site for developing an understanding of Costa Rica, fast becoming the ecotourism capital of the world.
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Handout
Encyclopedia of Earth

Encyclopedia of Earth: Costa Rica

For Students 9th - 10th
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of Costa Rica, 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.
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Other

Photo.net: Why Costa Rica

For Students 9th - 10th
This journal entry examines the fiction of Paul Theroux in conjunction with the topic of travel in Costa Rica to make for an informative and interesting look at the Central American country.
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Activity
Other

Museo De Arte Costarricense

For Students 9th - 10th
This Spanish language web-page is the on-line home of the Costa Rican museum of art. Find information about the history of Costa Rican art in addition to exhibition information and a virutal tour of the museum.
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Primary
Other

Tripod: Bananas and the Negative Consequences for Costa Rica

For Students 9th - 10th
Article that discuss the modern banana industry. The problems discussed have been a part of South America since the beginning.
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Activity
Other

Counting in Spanish Flag of Costa Rica

For Students Pre-K - 1st
An excellent way to see, hear and identify the Spanish numbers 1-20 through this dot to dot activity. After the dots are connected in the correct sequence, a picture of the Costa Rican flag appears and waves as the Costa Rican national...
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Website
Other

Costa Rica Tourism and Travel Bureau

For Students 9th - 10th
Features a general overview of the history, geography, climate, transportation, communications, culture, and national parks of Costa Rica. Great place to start if you are planning a trip or just want to learn more about the country.
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Website
Other

Costa Rica Tourism and Travel Bureau

For Students 9th - 10th
Features a general overview of the history, geography, climate, transportation, communications, culture, and national parks of Costa Rica. Great place to start if you are planning a trip or just want to learn more about the country.
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Activity
Other

Finca La Isla's Botanical Garden

For Students 9th - 10th
This page is part of the Web of "Talamanca Discovery", an organization that promotes ecotourism in Costa Rica. The page provides information about Finca la Isla's Botanical Garden, open to tourists.
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Website
Tour Costa Rica

Costa Rica: Literature: Prose

For Students 9th - 10th
The page gives an excellent summary of Costa Rican literature from the 1800s and 1900s. Authors and their works are described.
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Website
Tour Costa Rica

Costa Rica: Literature: Poetry

For Students 9th - 10th
This page is part of the Web of InfoCostaRica. The page gives an excellent summary of Costa Rican poetry from the 1800s and 1900s. Poets and their works are described. The page also included links to other information about Costa Rica.
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Website
Tour Costa Rica

Costa Rica: Francisco Amighetti ( Engraver, Painter )

For Students 9th - 10th
This page is part of the Web of InfoCostaRica. The page gives the biography of Francisco Amighetti, a famous Costa Rican Engraver and Painter. It also includes a photo of one of his paintings.
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Handout
Tour Costa Rica

Info Costa Rica: Education

For Students 9th - 10th
This page gives an overview of the education system in the Central American country of Costa Rica.
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Handout
Tour Costa Rica

Info Costa Rica: Universities

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a brief description of the history and current syetem of higher education on the Central American country of Costa Rica.
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Graphic
Other

Map Town: Maps for Central America

For Students 9th - 10th
Here are all seven Central American countries plus Mexico at a glance. Study a map or just general information about one of the countries.
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Other

Ancient American Civilizations: Mesoamerica

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource gives an overview of the beginnings of Mesoamerican civilization. The sections about the Olmec are "Early Preclassic" and "Middle Preclassic." Includes information about the raw materials and the luxury items used by the...
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Interactive
National Geographic Kids

National Geographic Kids: Costa Rica

For Students 3rd - 8th
Click-through the facts-and-photo file about Costa Rica's geography, nature, history, people and culture, and government. The video that explains the many reasons why Costa Rica is a favorite destination for ecotourists and...
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Other

Costa Rican Cocoa: An Industry With Chocolate Flavor

For Students 9th - 10th
Experience the rich history of the Costa Rican Cocoa Products Company. View the different types of cocoa and learn about their characteristics. Great photos. Available in English and Spanish.
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Website
Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Costa Rica

For Students 9th - 10th
Features a country profile of Costa Rica, background details, and numerous links to comprehensive information on the nation's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news, government, and much more.
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Handout
Central Intelligence Agency

Cia: World Factbook: Costa Rica

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource from the CIA World Factbook is very useful for learning about Costa Rica. Topics covered include geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportations, military and transnational issues.
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Handout
Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Costa Ricans

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Costa Ricans. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc. (Note:...
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Website
Discovery Education

Discovery Education: 9 12 Teacher Resources

For Students 9th - 10th
A plethora of resources, science teachers can utilize this education center for academically aligned lesson plans and video clips for middle and high school students.