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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Antigua and Barbuda

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the culture of Antigua and Barbuda. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion,...
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Armenia

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the culture of Armenia. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion, politics, etc....
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Azerbaijan

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the culture of Azerbaijan. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion, politics, etc....
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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]
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Lesson Plan
Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: Exploring Customs and Cultures Part 2

For Teachers K - 1st Standards
Students meet both language arts and social studies objectives in this interdisciplinary unit on customs and cultures. In part 1 of the unit students practice research and writing skills to create a slideshow. In part 2 of the unit...
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Lesson Plan
Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: Exploring Customs and Cultures Part 1

For Teachers 1st - 3rd
Students meet both language arts and social studies objectives in this interdisciplinary unit on customs and cultures. In part 1 of the unit students practice research and writing skills to create a slideshow. In part 2 of the unit...
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Website
Other

Australia: Culture and the Arts

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief description of the cultural traditions in Australia, including the visual arts, performing arts, cultural heritage, film, writers, and fashion.
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Website
Other

Don Quijote: Spanish Culture

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn more about Spanish culture including Spanish customs, history, art, literature, society and much more.
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Smithsonian Institution

National Museum of the American Indian: Great Masters of Mexican Folk Art

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore Mexican Folk Art by looking at different types of material and what they are used to make. Choose from clay, metal, leather, paper, plant fibers, stone, wood, and more.
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Website
Other

Huj: The Yarmukian Culture in Israel

For Students 9th - 10th
A lengthy article about the Yarmukian culture in Israel Read about the pottery, stone tools, burial customs. and art objects of this Neolithic culture.
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Australia

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the culture of Australia. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion, politics, etc....
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Argentina

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the culture of Argentina. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion, politics, etc....
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Aruba

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the culture of Aruba. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion, politics, etc....
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Austria

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the culture of Austria. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion, politics, etc....
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: American Samoa

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the culture of American Samoa. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion, politics,...
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Andorra

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the culture of Andorra. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion, politics, etc....
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Handout
Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Multicultural America: Choctaws

For Students 9th - 10th
Comprehensive information about the Choctaw. Covers their history before and after the Europeans arrived, their forced removal from their lands, their establishment of a sovereign nation, their language, culture, traditions, economy, etc.
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Website
Other

China Vista: The China Experience China Culture Index

For Students 9th - 10th
A comprehensive, bilingual website about various aspects of Chinese culture, including folk custom, arts and crafts, food and drinks, costumes, scripts and calligraphy, performing arts, ethnic groups, etc.
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Maasai

For Students 9th - 10th
The Maasai comprise a federation of tribal sections whose economy is based on nomadic pastoralism. Because each tribal section is effectively autonomous, both economically and socially, there is a considerable diversity in custom between...
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Other

Australia: Australian Indigenous Cultural Heritage

For Students 9th - 10th
A history of the indigenous peoples of Australia and how they have helped shape Australia's culture and society of today.
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Website
Other

Japanese Arts Council: Noh and Kyogen (Traditional Japanese Performing Arts)

For Students 9th - 10th
An introduction to Noh and Kyogen plays. Details of these traditional Japanese performing arts are provided, accompanied by photos of the masks, costumes, props, and fans used. Includes video clips of some performances.
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Graphic
Other

Hungarian Customs: Hungarian Folk Art

For Students 9th - 10th
A small page on Hungarian folk art. Not much in the way of information, but the images aren't bad.
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Interactive
Other

Cnto: About China

For Students 9th - 10th
In-depth, interactive look into many aspects of China. China's geography, history, population, and more are covered.
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Interactive
Smithsonian Institution

National Museum of Natural History: African Voices

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is the web presence of "African Voices," a permanent exhibition at the National Museum of Natural History. It explores the "diversity, dynamism, and global influence of Africa's peoples and cultures." Includes art, texts, and...