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Handout
United Nations

Unesco: Ancient City of Bosra

For Students 9th - 10th
The ancient city of Bosra, a World Heritage site, is located in Syria. It was the capital of Arabia under the Romans, and sits along the route to Mecca taken by ancient travelers. It has monuments from the Nabataean, Roman, Byzantine and...
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Handout
Utah Education Network

Uen: Utah History Encyclopedia: Salt Lake City

For Students 9th - 10th
Contains a discussion of the history of Salt Lake City, from its Mormon past through its changes through time.
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Handout
Other

North China City Believed to Be Ancient Capital

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides an article on Xingtai in North China's Hebei Province, which was probably one of the capital cities of the Shang Dynasty.
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Graphic
Curated OER

Clip Art by Phillip Martin: Capital City Montgomery

For Students 3rd - 8th
A clipart illustration by Phillip Martin titled "Capital City - Montgomery."
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Graphic
Curated OER

Clip Art by Phillip Martin: Phoenix, Arizona the Capital City

For Students 3rd - 8th
A clipart illustration by Phillip Martin titled "Phoenix, Arizona - the Capital City."
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Graphic
Curated OER

Clip Art by Phillip Martin: Indiana Capital City, Indianapolis

For Students 3rd - 8th
A clipart illustration by Phillip Martin titled "Indiana - Capital City, Indianapolis."
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Interactive
Other

Gynzy: Us State Capitals

For Students 3rd - 8th
In this interactive learning game, students drag picture parts to the correct state capitals to form a complete picture.
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Website
Lonely Planet

Lonely Planet: Montevideo

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides information regarding Uruguay's capital city of Montevideo.
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Handout
Science Struck

Science Struck: A to Z List of European Countries and Their Capitals

For Students 4th - 6th
Presents a map and an alphabetical list of all the European countries and their capital cities.
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Article
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: The Forbidden City

For Students 9th - 10th
The Forbidden City is a large precinct of red walls and yellow glazed roof tiles located in the heart of China's capital, Beijing. As its name suggests, the precinct is a micro-city in its own right. This article describes the...
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Activity
Read Works

Read Works: Brazil Today Cities of Brazil

For Teachers 5th Standards
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about two Brazilian cities: Rio de Janeiro and Brasilia. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
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Activity
Read Works

Read Works: China Today: China's Biggest Cities

For Teachers 3rd
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about Beijing and Shanghai, two large cities in China. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
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Website
Mex Connect

Chihuahua City, Pancho Villa, and Parral De Hidalgo

For Students 9th - 10th
Description of the city of Chihuahua, written especially for those considering a visit to the city.
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Website
Other

Ottawa, Canada: So Much to Discover

For Students 9th - 10th
Find out all about living in and visiting Ottawa. A quick fact list and frequently asked questions makes learning about Ottawa easy. Great site to experience the capital city of Canada.
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Website
Other

E Beijing

For Students 9th - 10th
At eBeijing, the official portal of the municipal government of Beijing, find information about city government, the history of Beijing, local cuisine, famous city landmarks, and similar topics. Also find the latest news from China's...
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Handout
Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Montevideo

For Students 9th - 10th
Lengthy article from Wikipedia describing the capital city of Uruguay. Discusses its population, geography, history, economy, attractions, and more. There are many images and maps.
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Handout
Science Struck

Science Struck: The Number of Countries in the World

For Students 9th - 10th
Discusses the disagreement over the exact number of countries in the world, although it is generally agreed that the number is just under 200. A list of 196 is presented here, organized alphabetically for each continent, along with their...
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Whiteboard
ClassFlow

Class Flow: European Capitals Quiz

For Teachers 6th - 8th
[Free Registration/Login Required] Using the Activote system, students will look at a map of Europe to identify the country and then select that country's capital city. There are 28 questions.
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Website
Ducksters

Ducksters: Inca Empire for Kids: Cuzco City

For Students 9th - 10th
Kids learn about Cusco, capital city of the Inca Empire including location, people, founding, and fun facts.
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Website
Other

Nara Women's Univ.: Capital of Japan in the 8th Century

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Nara Women's University contains an aerial photo of Nara and provides some background information on the city.
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Interactive
Arcademics

Arcademics: Country Toad: Countries and Capitals

For Students 3rd - 8th
A timed, nine-level game that helps students build knowledge of countries and their capitals.
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Activity
Other

California State Capitol Museum: Kids Zone: History of the State Capital

For Students 3rd - 8th
Over the years, many cities were California's Capital before Sacramento. Learn what these cities were and background information on each move.
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Soft Schools

Soft Schools: Asia Countries and Capitals Quizzes

For Students 6th - 8th
Choose from four interactive quizzes to test your geography knowledge of Asia countries and capitals.
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Lizard Point Quizzes

Lizard Point: Western Usa: State Capitals Quiz

For Students 9th - 10th
Test your geography knowledge by taking this interactive quiz over the state capitals of the western United States.

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