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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Traveling the Silk Road

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students take a virtual trip down the Silk Road. Using a map, they trace the location of the trade route and others that were developed later. They use different spices and goods to trace how they came to the Americas. They answer...
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Handout
Encyclopedia Britannica

Encyclopedia Britannica: Plateau of Tibet

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from Britannica.com provides a description of the Plateau of Tibet.
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Website
University of Oxford (UK)

Arts & Humanities Research Council: British Photos of Central Tibet

For Students 9th - 10th
A wonderful site that includes over 6000 photos taken by British officials and tourists. You can create your own picture album and send it to a friend. Clicking on "Places" will show you a map of where the photographers traveled.
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Website
Nations Online Project

Nations Online: Tibet

For Students 9th - 10th
Thorough reference directory for finding information on the Asian nation of Tibet which is part of the People's Republic of China. Content includes background details, a country profile, and numerous links to comprehensive information on...
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Graphic
Other

Worldbridges: Tibet Photos

For Students 9th - 10th
This gallery contains a wealth of photos of Tibet that includes people, geography, the Dalai Lama, and more.
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Graphic
Other

Tibet Photos by Randy Ulland

For Students 9th - 10th
People, monks, land, children, and objects, are the topics you will encounter in this Tibetan photo site.
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Handout
Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Tibetans

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Tibetans. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc. (Note: Content...
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Handout
Science Struck

Science Struck: 16 Interesting Facts About the Indus River

For Students 4th - 6th
The Indus River originates in Tibet and extends all the way to the Arabian Sea. Learn some interesting facts about its geography, history, and what it is like today.