Country: Iraq
Learn more about Iraq and its geography, people, and culture. Includes the latest news reports on the current conflict, plus information about Saddam Hussein. There are maps, pictures, video clips, lesson plans, and online news sites for kids. Included are two eThemes resources about the Iraq War.
Grades
- 1,
- 2,
- 5,
- 6,
- 7,
- 8,
- 9,
- 10,
- 11,
- 12
Links
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National Geographic: Hot Spot
This site has maps, lesson plans, and news articles about Iraq and other Middle Eastern countries. NOTE: This site contains ads.
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CIA World Fact Book: Iraq
This CIA site has many facts about Iraq's population, geography, climate, natural resources, and more. Includes a map.
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University of Texas: Maps
On this site you can download various maps of Iraq and the surrounding area.
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Weather
Click on "Middle East" to see what the weather is like in Iraq. NOTE: The site includes advertising.
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PBS: Saddam's Road to Hell
This is a documentary about the fate of 8,ooo Kurdish men and boys who disappeared during the early years of Saddam Hussein's rule. Read about the crimes that Hussein was accused of, his trial, or watch the complete program online. NOTE: This site contains a message board.
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PBS: Law and Disorder
This news story for older students has information about the situation of Iraqii Kurds, the country's largest ethnic minority, and the Kurdish city of Kirkuk, a northern city that controls some of the country's biggest oilfields. Includes a video interview with the Kirkuk chief of police.
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PBS: Debating Iraq
This lesson includes a role-playing activity in which students adopt the beliefs of different countries.
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PBS: Teaching the Iraq War
This site includes daily lesson plans about Iraq and the conflict. NOTE: Teachers should check the external links within the lesson plans before sharing with students.
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PBS: The Survival of Saddam
Learn about Saddam Hussein, the former Iraqi leader, and how he ruled his country. Includes photographs.
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PBS: Frontline World
This site for older students includes many stories about Iraq from 2002, plus Saddam Hussein's family tree. There is also a video.
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Scholastic: Iraq
Read about life in Iraq and the relationship between the U.S. and Iraq. There are also student activities, news stories, and an interactive quiz on Iraq. This is a good site for younger readers.
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Scholastic: Latest News
Read the latest news about Iraq. Use the links on the left to read more and for activities.
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BBC: Conflict in Context
Read about the historical context of current conflicts in Iraq, including Britian's relationship with Iraq. NOTE: The "Communicate" link at the top leads to message boards.
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BBC: Life in Iraq: Facts and Figures
This site uses graphics and charts to represent what life is like in Iraq.
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BBC: Life in Iraq
Here is an index of stories and pictures that depict daily life in Iraq.
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Enchanted Learning: Iraq
You can print out this outline map of Iraq.
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Fact Monster: Encyclopedia
Read this encyclopedia entry about Iraq. Use the links at the bottom to learn more.
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Fact Monster: Almanac
This is an online almanac for kids that includes lots of information about Iraq.
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eThemes Resource: Iraq War
These sites are about Iraq and the war in Iraq. Movies, audio files, editorials, and maps, are provided. Included are eThemes resources on Iraq and helping students understand the war in Iraq.
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eThemes Resource: Helping Students Understand the War in Iraq
These sites have tips to help educators answer students' questions about the war with Iraq. Includes information about identifying students who are upset and advice on how to help them cope. There are activities to prompt students to discuss their feelings. Other sites let students post their artwork online or send a message to troops. There is a link to an eThemes Resource on Iraq.
Education Standards
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