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US Department of State

U.s. Dept. Of State: 2010 Human Rights Report: Peru

For Students 9th - 10th
This 2010 Report from the US Department of State discusses human rights issues in Peru and questions the country's approach to dealing with human rights abuses. (April 8, 2011)
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George Washington University

National Security Archive: Human Rights in Peru

For Students 9th - 10th
Resource provides a detailed overview of human rights issues in Peru as well as links to primary source documents that concern human rights abuses under former President Alberto Fujimori.
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US Department of State

U.s. Dept of State: Human Rights Practices: Peru

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource is the U.S Department of State official report on the status of "Human Rights," in Peru. This lengthy report gives details on such areas as terrorism, women's rights, labor organizations and more. The report is dated Feb....
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Association of Religion Data Archives

Association of Religion Data Archives: National Profiles: Peru

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about religion in Peru, in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile; includes general facts, history, and religious data.
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Geographyiq

Geography Iq: Peru

For Students 9th - 10th
Comprehensive site that gives you "Facts at a Glance" or more in-depth information about such topics as geography, people, economy, climate, or foreign relations. Have fun exploring the South American country of Peru.
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Library of Congress

Loc: Country Study: Peru

For Students 9th - 10th
A detailed study of the history, sociology, economics, and politics of Peru from the Library of Congress.
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BBC

Bbc: News: Country Profile: Peru

For Students 9th - 10th
The BBC provides many great facts about the South American country of Peru. You can listen to the national anthem, learn about its leader, view a timeline of key events, and link to national media agencies.
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US Department of State

U.s. Dept. Of State: Peru

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is the State Department's site about the relations between the American and Peruvian governments. Also offers information on the government, politics, and history of Peru. (March 2000)
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Adventure Learning Foundation

Adventure Learning Foundation: Peru Expedition

For Students 3rd - 8th
Thorough, informative site about the country of Peru. Click here to learn all about Peru.
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Other

World Bank: Doing Business: Peru

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource focuses on ten topics that aid understanding of the ease of doing business in Peru.
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The Economist

The Economist: Peru

For Students 9th - 10th
From the latest news articles to facts about the country and its economy, this source gives a great deal of useful information about Peru. Links are provided to other news sources and websites.
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Globe Tracks

Travel for Kids: Peru

For Students 3rd - 8th
An excellent site containing exciting things to learn about Peru from a family tourism perspective. Explore things to do in Lima, the Andes, Lake Titicaca, the Amazon, and the North of Peru. Also, contains picks for children's books on...
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InterKnowledge Corp.

Geographia: Peru an Introduction

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore and learn about the colorful and fascinating culture, people, and history of Peru. Learn about the attractions in the country and view pictures.
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InterKnowledge Corp.

Geographia.com: Peru History and Culture

For Students 9th - 10th
An informative summary of the history and culture of Peru. This site from Geographia.com explains primarily the pre-colonial cultures in Peru.
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US Department of State

U.s. Department of State: Consular Information Sheet: Peru

For Students 9th - 10th
Regularly updated security information for traveling in Peru from the U.S. Department of State. Provides important information for safe travel and provides links to other sites of particular interest to U.S. tourists.
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eTravel Photos

Travel Photos From Peru, South America

For Students 9th - 10th
A beautiful photo journal of Peru taken in 2006.
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University of Texas at Austin

Perry Castaneda Library Map Collection: Peru Maps

For Students 9th - 10th
A collection of links to various maps of Peru- political, relief, historical, economic etc and a city map of Lima.
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Lonely Planet

Lonely Planet: Destination Peru

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about the cultural heritage of Peru on this site. Topics discussed include art, music, religion, and food.
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Other

Care: Virtual Field Trips Archive; Peru Ii

For Students 9th - 10th
Follow a group of 10 CARE youth ambassadors as they visit Peru to learn about the country and it's culture as well as to participate in ongoing humanitarian projects to combat poverty.
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Michigan State University

Michigan State University: Global Edge: Peru: Introduction

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the country of Peru in South America.
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National Geographic Kids

National Geographic Kids: Peru

For Students 3rd - 8th
Welcome to Peru! Follow this interactive overview of the country's history, geography, people, government, nature, and more. A map and video are included.
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Hartford Web Publishing

World History Archives: History of Peru

For Students 9th - 10th
A collection of articles "from a working-class and non-Eurocentric perspective" about the history of Peru. The articles cover topics in economy, labor, politics, society, culture and telecommunications.
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Adventure Learning Foundation

Adventure Learning Foundation: Peru Lesson Plans

For Teachers 9th - 10th
The lesson plans included here are based on the information collected from a learning expedition to Peru. There are specific plans for geography and the environment, economy, history, archaeology and for creating a travel brochure....
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Other

Odyssey: Teacher Zone: The Achievements and Challenges of Peru

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
This teaching unit is intended to focus on some of those aspects of Peruvian life and history that are of great significance to understanding the people of Peru today and their situation. Although some of the external links have expired,...

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