Curated OER
Asia Crossword
In this geography activity, learners complete a crossword puzzle about Asia. The twenty-one questions are about capitals, countries, and terrain.
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Bhutan, the Last Shangri-La: Sandwich Squash: How the Himalayas Were Formed
Students create and record a model of mountain formation. They identify major mountain building formations. Students understand how the Himalaya Mountains were formed, why they are located near Bhutan, and why they are becoming larger.
Country Studies US
Country Studies: Bhutan
A thorough look at Bhutan from the Country Studies section of the Library of Congress. Read about its history, economy, people, and government. Information through the 1990's.
Association of Religion Data Archives
Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: Bhutan
Learn about religion in Bhutan, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile, which includes general facts, history, and religious data.
PBS
Living Edens: Bhutan: The Last Shangri La: People and Culture of Bhutan
Bhutan, a mysterious country, is made up of three distinct peoples and cultures. Read about them in this PBS article. Hyperlinks to other articles on this website.
PBS
Teaching Bhutan: The Water Cycle & Bhutan
Interactive science lesson plan that teaches students about the water cycle in relation to mountain ranges and monsoons common in Bhutan. Make a cloud in a bottle!
Other
Asia Society: Policy
A comprehensive storehouse of all types of information on Asia, both current and past: maps and statistics, Asian food, travel guides, photographs, articles, timelines, and more. Asia Source is the work of the Asia Society, a national...
World Health Organization
World Health Organization: Bhutan
Learn about health in Bhutan 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 articles.
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University of Texas: Bhutan
See how Bhutan nestles between its much larger neighbors, India and China, on this map from the Perry-Castaneda Collection.
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University of Texas: Bhutan: Political Map
This political map of Bhutan from the Perry-Castaneda Collection shows the major cities, rivers, rail lines, and major trails that traverse this tiny country.
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Bhutan
Provides an overview of Bhutan, 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.
PBS
Wild Wildlife in Bhutan
A PBS website that gives information on over 20 species of wildlife that can be found in Bhutan. Includes photos.
PBS
Pbs Bhutan & the Himalayas: A Wealth of Life
PBS provides a general overview of the geography of Bhutan and the Himalayas, highlighting Bhutan's natural regions as largely unexplored. Includes linked pages to the various climatic zones of the Himalayan region.
PBS
Bhutan, the Last Shangri La: Bhutan: A Rich History
PBS page that traces the history of Bhutan from its earliest known origins to the present monarch, including the country's Buddhist heritage and historical foreign influences on the small country.
PBS
Pbs: Foreign Perceptions of Bhutan
PBS site that traces the history and nature of foreign perceptions of Bhutan, a country which was closed to tourists until 1974.
PBS
Teaching Bhutan
Thorough lesson plan focusing on Bhutan's perceived and actual environmental pressures. Incorporated into the larger PBS website devoted to Bhutan.
PBS
Living Eden: Bhutan: Buddhism & Ecology
Lesson plan that combines the study of Buddhism in Bhutan with local ecology by focusing on cultural and religious attitudes toward the natural environment. Part of the PBS website devoted to Bhutan.
PBS
Pbs Lesson Plan: Bhutan: The Last Shangri La: How the Himalayas Were Formed
Science website from PBS that teaches the basics of mountain formations in relation to the Himalayas and Bhutan. Includes graphics & suggested use of a peanut butter & jelly sandwich!!!
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Bhutan
Features a country profile of the Kingdom of Bhutan, background details, and numerous links to comprehensive information on the nation's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news, government, and much more.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Bhutanese
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Bhutanese. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc. (Note:...
Central Intelligence Agency
Cia: World Factbook: Bhutan
This resource from the World Factbook presents extensive information on Bhutan in South Asia. It includes geography, population statistics, government, economy, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues. This...
BBC
Bbc: News: Country Profile: Bhutan
BBC News features a general overview of the tiny South Asian kingdom of Bhutan. Focus is on history, country facts, political leaders, and news media. Provides access to a timeline of key events, recent news articles, and related...
Other
One World Guide: Bhutan
Complete background overview that helps you learn about the developing country of Bhutan. Read up on key issues such as poverty, human rights, politics, economy, environment, conflict, health, and development that are of concern....
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Bhutan: Introduction
Complete guide to the statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the South Asian country of Bhutan.