Curated OER
Seas, Gulfs and Bays
Students define gulf, bay, and sea. In this bodies of water mapping lesson, students locate seas, gulfs and bays and explain how they knew which body of water it was.
Curated OER
To Be Or Not To Be a State? That Is the Question
Eighth graders research Puerto Rico's culture, religion, language, government, etc. and identify differences and similarities with the United States. They participate in a debate about whether or not Puerto Rico should become a state.
Curated OER
What and Where is Puerto Rico?
Students explore Puerto Rico. They create K-W-L charts of their prior knowledge of Puerto Rico and observe maps of Puerto Rico. They code the map for measurements and land and water forms. They explore websites to gain background on...
Curated OER
Ponce de Leon
Fifth graders explain that the discoveries of Ponce de Leon were important, both in and of themselves and to the destinies of Europeans and Native Americans. They write an essay highlighting two of his important discoveries.
Curated OER
Follow That Ship!
Students in this exercise are introduced to the distinct ways of measuring distance (nautical miles) and speed (knots) at sea, as well as the concepts of latitude and longitude for establishing location.
Curated OER
The Sugar Cane Curtain/ Defining Political and Social Struggles Between Haiti and the Dominican Republic
Twelfth graders explore historical events that created conflict between Dominican Republic and Haiti, examine how need for cheap source of labor has led to exploitation of Haitian workers, and discuss how topography of island of...
Curated OER
Rooster's Night Out
First graders complete interdisciplinary activities associated with a folktale from Cuba. In this Cuban folktale instructional activity, 1st graders read the Rooster's Night Out, before completing comprehension worksheets, make recipes,...
Curated OER
The Log Book of a Connecticut Slave Trade Ship
Seventh graders investigate the slave trade. In this Middle Passage instructional activity, 7th graders read excerpts of ship logs from Connecticut Slave Trade ships. Students respond to the provided analysis questions based on the...
Curated OER
Foods and Languages of the World
Students create their own ice cream sundae given various toppings from around the world. In this foods and languages of the world diversity instructional activity, students develop an understanding of diversity in culture, family...
Curated OER
A Map is Worth a Thousand Words
Students read the story, "The Most Dangerous Game," by Richard Connell. They discuss specific parts of the story with a group and put their lists on the board. They write a summary of the plot and setting of the story.
Curated OER
Regions of the US: Gulf Stream, States and Their Capitals
Fifth graders identify one way of dividing the US into geographical regions and then consider alternate ways of doing the same. They locate each of the fifty states and their capitals on a map. They research the Gulf Stream region.
Curated OER
The Rooster Who Went to His Uncle's Wedding
Second graders read and discuss the story "The Rooster Who Went to His Uncle's Wedding" in the Scott Foresman series. They summarize the story. They understand the influence of Latin American Folktales. They complete a quiz on the story.
Country Studies US
Country Studies: Caribbean Islands
Read an overview of the Caribbean Islands as a whole. Find out their histories, culture, politics, and geography.
Geographyiq
Geography Iq: The Bahamas
All you ever wanted to know about the Bahamas can be found here. Organized by quick fact charts or more detailed commentary, information includes geography, government, economy, climate, and more.
Geographyiq
Geography Iq: Cuba
Comprehensive site on Cuba that gives you "Facts at a Glance" or more in-depth information about such topics as geography, people, economy, climate, or foreign relations.
Lizard Point Quizzes
Lizard Point: Caribbean Independent Countries Quiz
Try this interactive geography quiz which tests your knowledge about the independent countries of the Caribbean.
Lizard Point Quizzes
Lizard Point: Caribbean Capital Cities Quiz
Test your geography knowledge by taking this interactive quiz over the capital cities of the Caribbean Island countries.
Lizard Point Quizzes
Lizard Point: Caribbean Islands Quiz
Test your geography knowledge by taking this interactive quiz over the Caribbean Islands.
World Facts US
World Facts: Geography of Colombia
Great resource for gathering comprehensive information on the geography of Colombia which is divided into four geographic regions: Andean Highlands, Caribbean Lowlands, Pacific Lowlands, and Eastern Colombia. Also delves into the climate...
Ducksters
Ducksters: Geography for Kids: Central America and the Caribbean
On this site, study the geography of the countries of Central America and the Caribbean. Facts such as flags, maps, exports, natural resources, and languages.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Word Search: Geography of Central America and the Caribbean
A fun word search game with terms from Central America and the Caribbean geography. Play online or print out a version for use in class or at home.
InterKnowledge Corp.
Geographia Caribbean: Curacao
Explore the beautiful Caribbean island of Curacao on this online tour guide from Geographia.com. Find out much information about the history, culture, people, geography, and tourist attractions.
World Geography Games
World Geography Games: The Carribean: Countries and Territories
Learning game tests knowledge of the location of countries and territories in the Caribbean.
The History Cat
The History Cat: Geography Phenomenon: Hurricanes
Describes how ocean currents affect climates around the world and the impact of the Gulf Stream, which can cause hurricanes to form. The role of wind patterns in the Caribbean is also discussed.