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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Structure and Function of Bulbs, Corms and Rhizomes

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers explore the concept of philanthropy and why people give. They investigate the importance of the tulip to Holland and the tradition of giving flowers away. They begin to explore the life cycle of tulips and dissect a bulb...
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Worksheet
Curated OER

Holland Flag

For Students 1st - 3rd
In this coloring worksheet, students practice their coloring skills by recreating the flag of Holland using the proper colors.
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Website
Other

De Muurgedichten Van Leiden: The Wall Poems of Leiden

For Students 9th - 10th
Incredible site from the Netherlands which displays beautiful poems engraved on buildings and various wall sites in the town of Leiden, Holland. Lists over one hundred poems and provides both a picture of the wall poem and a translation.
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Website
World Wildlife Fund for Nature

World Wildlife Fund: Ranger Club (Dutch Version)

For Students 9th - 10th
The Dutch version of the World Nature Fun's Ranger Club children's site. Students learn about endangered animals in different habitats, obtain pictures through the animal library and play games. Some sections of the resource offer paid...
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Handout
Central Intelligence Agency

Cia: World Factbook: Netherlands

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource from the CIA World Factbook provides a detailed fact sheet of the Netherlands. The content covers the country's geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues. It...
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Activity
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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Handout
Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy

Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Baruch Spinoza

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy provides an in depth look at the life and works of Baruch Spinoza. Includes links to related material.
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Website
Other

Quirks Mode: Dutch Politics a Primer for Foreigners

For Students 9th - 10th
The author, a historian, writes about the development of parliamentary politics in the Netherlands since 1848. Because he is writing for an audience outside the Netherlands, he tries to break things down into easily comprehended chunks...
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Handout
Other

The Burns Encyclopedia: James Boswell

For Students 9th - 10th
A encyclopedia entry on writer James Boswell from the Burns Encyclopedia. Includes information about Boswell's personal life and career.
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Website
Other

Expatica: Political Parties in the Netherlands

For Students 9th - 10th
Descriptions of the make-up and political views of the ten most significant political parties in the Netherlands.
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Interactive
National Geographic Kids

National Geographic Kids: The Netherlands

For Students 3rd - 8th
Click-through facts-and-photo file about the geography, nature, history, people, culture, and government of the Netherlands. Includes a map of the country that pinpoints its European location on the western coast of the continent.
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Website
Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Netherlands

For Students 9th - 10th
Great destination guide and country profile of the Netherlands featuring a background overview, and numerous links to comprehensive information on the country's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news,...
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Handout
CRW Flags

Flags of the World: The Netherlands

For Students 9th - 10th
A picture and description of the flag of The Netherlands are provided by Flags of the World. It also includes a history of the flag and its adoption.