Curated OER
Book: Finland
Students, after reading Chapter One in the book, "Finland," design and create in the computer lab a wildlife journal from an imaginary trip to Finland. They include different animals and plants that live in Finland as well as describing...
Country Studies US
Country Studies: Finland
A thorough look at Finland from the Country Studies section of the Library of Congress. Read about its history, economy, people, and government. Information through the 1990's.
Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland
This Is Finland: Society
Learn many interesting facts about the political system and the culture of Finland at this government resource. Includes links to extensive resources on government, population, immigration, religion, security, and social affairs. Be sure...
Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland
This Is Finland: History
An extensive collection of links to resources covering the history of Finland. Includes historical timelines, World War II, relations with Russia, historical sites, history of special fields, urban history, and maps and documents.
University College London
University College London: Internet Resources on Finland
A lot of information is at your fingertips on this site. You cannot miss this if you are researching Finland!
Association of Religion Data Archives
Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: Finland
Learn about religion in Finland, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile; includes general facts, history, and religious data.
Channel 4 Learning
Channel 4: We Are From Finland
Here you can learn all about the Scandinavian country of Finland. Content includes a look at Finland's history, countryside, people, seasons, and other interesting facts.
World Health Organization
World Health Organization: Finland
Learn about health in Finland via the World Health Organization's profile page on the country, which includes demographic information about core health indicators as well as general information.
Other
Helsinki Times: International Edition
The Helsingin Sanomat is Finland's leading national newspaper. Coverage includes the top stories in Finland and Scandinavia, as well as Finnish business, finance, entertainment and sports news. Written in English.
The History Place
The History Place: Statistics of the Holocaust
This page from The History Place has a chart with the number of Jewish people killed in the Holocaust. Nearly 6 million Jewish people were murdered. This site is disturbing its apparent accuracy of the Jewish slaughter.
Digital Dialects
Digital Dialects: Finnish Language
The language of Finland is introduced to beginners in this resource. Study phrases and vocabulary and play games to practice the lingo.
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Finland
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of Finland, 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.
Globe Tracks
Travel for Kids: Finland
"Finland isn't at the North Pole nor is it always covered in snow." This site lets younger students explore the geography and culture of Finland.
Other
Evidence! Europe Reflected in Archives
Digitized manifestations of European culture in archival documents whith presentations made by city archives and other local archives in 7 cities of culture for the year 2000.
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Finland
Useful travel guide that takes you on a virtual trip to Finland. Background details are given on its art, culture, people, environment, geography, history, economy, and government. There are numerous links available that will provide you...
Central Intelligence Agency
Cia: World Factbook: Finland
This site from the CIA Factbook gives facts about Finland including geography, people, government, economy, and a map.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Finns
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Finns. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc. (Note: Content...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Sami
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Sami people in Scandinavia and parts of Russia. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes,...
BBC
Bbc: News: Country Profile: Finland
The BBC features an overview on the European country of Finland 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 stories and...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Karelians
Learn about the culture of the Karelian people. Explore topics such as their history, economy, past settlements, cultural values, religion, and sociopolitical organization.
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Finland: Introduction
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of Finland in Northern Europe.
Other
Helsinki University of Technology: History of Finland
A history of Finland from the 12th century to the present provided for by the Helsinki University of Technology.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Geography for Kids: Finland
Kids learn about the history, capital, flag, climate, terrain, people, economy, and population of Finland on this site.
Other
Europe for Visitors: Country List
This resource is a commercial travel resource that features links to information about the countries of Western Europe. Photographs are included throughout.