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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Book: Finland

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
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...
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eBook
Country Studies US

Country Studies: Finland

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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Website
Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland

This Is Finland: Society

For Students 9th - 10th
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...
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Website
Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland

This Is Finland: History

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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Handout
University College London

University College London: Internet Resources on Finland

For Students 9th - 10th
A lot of information is at your fingertips on this site. You cannot miss this if you are researching Finland!
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Handout
Association of Religion Data Archives

Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: Finland

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about religion in Finland, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile; includes general facts, history, and religious data.
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Website
Channel 4 Learning

Channel 4: We Are From Finland

For Students 3rd - 8th
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.
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Handout
World Health Organization

World Health Organization: Finland

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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Website
Other

Helsinki Times: International Edition

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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Website
The History Place

The History Place: Statistics of the Holocaust

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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Interactive
Digital Dialects

Digital Dialects: Finnish Language

For Students Pre-K - 1st
The language of Finland is introduced to beginners in this resource. Study phrases and vocabulary and play games to practice the lingo.
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Handout
Encyclopedia of Earth

Encyclopedia of Earth: Finland

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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Website
Globe Tracks

Travel for Kids: Finland

For Students 3rd - 8th
"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.
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Website
Other

Evidence! Europe Reflected in Archives

For Students 9th - 10th
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.
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Website
Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Finland

For Students 9th - 10th
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...
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Handout
Central Intelligence Agency

Cia: World Factbook: Finland

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the CIA Factbook gives facts about Finland including geography, people, government, economy, and a map.
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Handout
Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Finns

For Students 9th - 10th
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...
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Handout
Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Sami

For Students 9th - 10th
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,...
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Handout
BBC

Bbc: News: Country Profile: Finland

For Students 9th - 10th
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...
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Handout
Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Karelians

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the culture of the Karelian people. Explore topics such as their history, economy, past settlements, cultural values, religion, and sociopolitical organization.
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Handout
Michigan State University

Michigan State University: Global Edge: Finland: Introduction

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of Finland in Northern Europe.
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Handout
Other

Helsinki University of Technology: History of Finland

For Students 9th - 10th
A history of Finland from the 12th century to the present provided for by the Helsinki University of Technology.
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Website
Ducksters

Ducksters: Geography for Kids: Finland

For Students 1st - 9th
Kids learn about the history, capital, flag, climate, terrain, people, economy, and population of Finland on this site.
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Website
Other

Europe for Visitors: Country List

For Students 6th - 8th
This resource is a commercial travel resource that features links to information about the countries of Western Europe. Photographs are included throughout.