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Activity
Science Museum of Minnesota

Science Museum of Minnesota: Maya Adventure

For Students 9th - 10th
The Science Museum of Minnesota presents this site that highlights science activities and information related to ancient and modern Maya culture.
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Website
Central Intelligence Agency

Cia: World Factbook: Mexico

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource from the CIA World Factbook provides a detailed fact sheet of Mexico. The content covers the country's geography, people, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues. It includes...
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Website
Adventure Learning Foundation

Adventure Learning Foundation: Oaxaca, Mexico People and Ethnic Groups

For Students 9th - 10th
The state of Oaxaca has a very diverse population. Its 3.3 million people are made up of descendents from 15 different groups including the Zapotec, Mixtec, Chatino, Trique and Mixe peoples. This site provides a description of those 5...
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Handout
Scholastic

Scholastic: Global Trek: Mexico Questions and Answers

For Students 3rd - 5th
Students in Mexico answer questions about their lives, comparing their experiences to those of American children. They talk about popular names, celebrations, food, geography, social and environmental issues, the economy, history,...
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AllRefer

All Refer Reference: Population / Ethnicity and Language

For Students 9th - 10th
A look at the history of population patterns in Mexico and also a look at the two primary ethnic groups: mestizos and Indians.
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InterKnowledge Corp.

Geographia: Mexico Introduction

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore the magical world of Mexico. Learn about the history and culture of this diverse country as well as tour the country through pictures.
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Other

Yahoo World Factbook: Mexico

For Students 9th - 10th
Click on any of the tabs for details on people, government, economy, communication, transportation, military, as well as geographic statistics.
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Article
Live Science

Live Science: Mexican Culture: Customs & Traditions

For Students 3rd - 8th
Looks at the makeup of Mexico's ethnic tapestry, its languages, religions, the values of its peoples, Mexican food, arts, clothing, and celebrations. [Published Feb. 10, 2015]