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Association of Religion Data Archives

Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: Burkina Faso

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about religion in Burkina Faso, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile, which includes general facts, history, and religious data.
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PBS

Wnet: Thirteen: Africa: Explore the Regions: Sahel

For Students 3rd - 5th
Engaging site containing information about the region of Africa known as the Sahel. Visit this site to learn about the people, economy, and countries of the Sahel. Country closeups detail interesting and helpful facts about animal life,...
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Website
Oxfam

Oxfam: Virtual Journey of Burkina Faso

For Students Pre-K - 1st
"Welcome into my home" is the translation of the name of Burkina Faso's capital city, Ouagadougou. The country is renowned for its hospitality and now you can explore this fascinating country for yourself.
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University of Iowa

Streaming Videos of Burkina Faso and Ghana

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Dozens of streaming videos to view based on African art and culture. View examples of how masks are used in festivals and ceremonies, how pottery is formed and fired, art that is created for everyday living, weaving on a loom, funeral...
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University of Iowa

University of Iowa: Arts and Life in Africa: People Resources

For Students 9th - 10th
Essential information on African countries and African peoples assembled by the University of Iowa.
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World Health Organization

World Health Organization: Burkina Faso

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about health in Burkina Faso via the World Health Organization's profile page on the country, which includes demographic information about core health indicators as well as general information. The 'News and features' tab includes...
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Website
BBC

Bbc: Africa's Food Crisis

For Students 9th - 10th
An in-depth article from BBC (2/06) containing maps, interviews, pictures, and news features about the causes of the African famine, and what can be done about it.
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Curated OER

University of Texas: Burkina Faso: Political Map

For Students 9th - 10th
A political map of Burkina Faso showing the provinces, major cities and highways, and neighboring countries. Clicking on the map will enlarge it. From the Perry Castaneda Collection.
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Encyclopedia of Earth

Encyclopedia of Earth: Burkina Faso

For Students 9th - 10th
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of Burkina Faso, 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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Travel Document Systems

Tds: Burkina Faso: Geography

For Students 9th - 10th
Read this article to find out about the geography, climate, wildlife, and size of Burkina Faso. From the CIA World Fact Book.
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Travel Document Systems

Tds: Burkina Faso: Government

For Students 9th - 10th
In this article you can read about the government of Burkina Faso, a tentative new democracy. You can find out about the recent elections, government officials, and branches of government. Information is from the U.S. State Dept....
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Other

Accueil: Izf

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a resource for Francophone African students where they can read about their countries in French. It contains links to sites of interest to all French students. Just click on the name of the country at the top of the page.
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Website
Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Burkina Faso

For Students 9th - 10th
A great country profile that takes you on a virtual trip to Burkina Faso in West Africa. An overview is given on its art, culture, people, environment, geography, history, economy, and government. There are also numerous links available...
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Burkinabe

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Burkinabe of Burkina Faso. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges,...
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Mossi

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Mossi people of Burkina Faso and Cote d'Ivoire. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes,...
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Central Intelligence Agency

Cia: World Factbook: Burkina Faso

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

Tds: Burkina Faso: Economy

For Students 9th - 10th
A discussion of the economy of Burkina Faso, one of the world's poorest countries. Read how Burkina Faso is attempting to improve the lives of its citizens. Information is from the U.S. Dept. Background Notes.
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Travel Document Systems

Tds: Burkina Faso: Culture

For Students 9th - 10th
Although brief, this article is packed with information about the culture of Burkina Faso. Read about the ethnic groups, their art, and religion. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Michigan State University

Michigan State University: Global Edge: Burkina Faso: Introduction

For Students 9th - 10th
Complete guide to the statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of Burkina Faso in Western Africa.
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Lobi Dagarti Peoples

For Students 9th - 10th
The terms "LoDagaa" and "Lobi-Dagarti" (or Dagara) are used for a cluster of peoples situated across the frontier of Burkina Faso and Ghana. Hoe farming of cereals (sorghum, pennisetum [pearl millet], maize), together with some yams are...
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Mossi

For Students 9th - 10th
The Mossi are the most prominent ethnic group in the modern nation of Burkina Faso (formerly Upper Volta). They are also well known in the anthropological literature as a society with an especially high rate of labor migration to...
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CRW Flags

Flags of the World: Burkina Faso

For Students 9th - 10th
This site has a large flag of Burkina Faso with a description of the flag and the coat of arms.
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Website
Ducksters

Ducksters: Geography for Kids: Burkina Faso

For Students 1st - 9th
Visit this site to learn more about the history, capital, flag, climate, terrain, people, economy, and population Burkina Faso.
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Curated OER

Map of Burkina Faso

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Explore the geography, history, government and facts of Burkina Faso. Maps and current flag are included.