Country: Canada
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| These sites about Canada include topics such as history, land, climate, economy, and people. Watch videos and view photographs of this country. Learn about the Canadian flag and listen to the national anthem. Includes a link to an eThemes Resource on Arctic Inhabitants. |
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Grade Level:
| 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
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Resource Links:
| CIA World Factbook: Canada
Statistical facts about the geography, climate, population, economy, government, military, and transportation in Canada.
Heroes of Yore and Lore: Canadian Heroes in Fact and Fiction
Information about true and made-up heroes of Canada. Choose a name to read more about these real or imaginary people from Canada.
About Canada
This site has extensive information about Canada. See the flag and other symbols of Canada. Listen to the music of the Canadian national anthem "'O Canada."
Canada Info
Information on many different aspects of Canada such as maps, government, security, history, people, and literature.
The Canadian Encyclopedia
Find out what happened on this day in Canadian history. Choose "Timeline" for various periods or categories in Canadian history.
Canada WorldWeb Travel Guide
Find out what attractions each of the providences/regions has to offer. Choose the area you are traveling to for a list of hotels, attractions, shopping, and events. This site also offers "Webcams," a "Photo Gallery," and a "Canada Interactive Map." A "Currency Converter" is at the bottom to compare U.S. and Canadian money. NOTE: This site contains ads.
Ceremonial and Canadian Symbols Promotion
Information on Canadian symbols, holidays, and the royal family. There is also a quiz and coloring pages.
Native Peoples of Canada
Enter this online exhibit to read the history of the Native Peoples of Canada. There is detailed information, maps, and illustrations.
Our Land
This is an exhibit of contemporary Inuit art. There is additional information on Inuit language, culture, song, and worldview. Watch a video interview with Inuit artist Peter Irnig as he constructs an Inuksuk.
Metis History and Culture
This site contains oral histories, video clips, and learning resources about the Metis Nation.
Yahooligans Reference: Canada
This page has quick facts about Canadian geography, people, government, economy, and more. There is a map of Canada, an image of the flag, and an audio clip of the national anthem.
Canada's Arctic
Learn about arctic life and polar environments. See videos and photographs of arctic organisms, read traditional myths about arctic animals, see science updates, and more.
Canadian Scientists
Read profiles of great Canadian scientists and learn about their contributions to knowledge and research in physics, chemistry, biology, mathematics, and medicine.
Canada's Aquatic Environments
Explore this site to learn about the plants, animals, and habitats that make up Canada's aquatic environments. Learn how human interaction effects Canada's water.
All About Permafrost
Learn about this layer of permanently frozen ground that covers about one sixth of the country. Find out how climate change could effect the permafrost and the water supply.
Sila: Clue in to Climate Change
What does climate change mean for the people, plants and animals of the north? What does it mean for people everywhere? Explore this interactive site to learn why Canadians are concerned about climate change.
Saskatchewan Stories
Click through the timeline to read stories about people living in Saskatchewan from before 1600 to the present.
First Nation Histories
Click on a tribal name to read a compact history of that First Nation.
The Northwest Resistance
Read a chronology of events leading up to the 1885 resistance, an important event in Canadian history, and view biographies of the key participants.
Colony of Avalon
Explore the site to learn about this early European settlement in Canada. View artifacts and take a virtual tour of the colony. NOTE: This site has a guestbook.
eThemes Resource: Arctic Inhabitants
These sites are all about the Arctic region and the inhabitants of the area. Includes photos and information about animals, plants, and people. There are games and puzzles to help you learn more about the North Pole's tundra biome. Includes eThemes Resources on Arctic Explorers, Polar Bears, the Iditarod, and Antarctica.
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1.1, 1.2, 1.4, 1.8, 1.9, 1, 3, 4, 6, 7, 4, 8, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
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