Learn about Places Tips
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Nebraska
What do you think of when you picture Nebraska? I traveled through Nebraska on a trip once, and I think of cows...there were thousands and thousands of cows in fields along the highway. There is much more to this interesting state, however. Whether you are doing a state report or planning a trip, check out these sites for more information:
Coloring PagesPrint and color the state seal, pictures of famous Nebraskans, and Nebraskan symbols. A good addition to your state report.
Genuine Nebraska Lots of photos and information for school reports, including a history tour, archaeology information, fast facts and even information to help you plan a trip to Nebraska.
York County Historical Many of the pages on this site about Nebraska history were written by children!
Switzerland
Mountains, yodlers...what do you think about when you imagine Switzerland? These sites can help you learn more about the country that just might have the best skiing in the world:
Embassy of Switzerland Switzerland would like you to know all about their country, so they have created this site just for kids. Learn how children live, how Christmas is celebrated, what some kids from the US thought of Switzerland when they visited and more.
The Olympic Museum is in Switzerland and even has videos in its online tour.
Swiss Christmas Cookies No trip to Switzerland would be complete without a treat. Learn to make Swiss Christmas cookies on this site.
Africa
Whether you are writing a report or just learning for fun, Africa is an interesting place to study. My favorite site about this country is Africa Online. This site answers the questions you need for reports, but it also gives you a feeling about the country. You can learn about important Africans and even send in your own reports and pictures to be published on the web site. Try solving a crossword puzzle, doing a word search or playing other games about Africa. This site will help you find a penpal or give you a place to publish your stories and poems. You can even learn the language! Who says learning has to be dull?
Florida
There is more to Florida than Disney World. Check out these great sites before taking a trip or writing a report.
Florida Kids Page This page is by the Florida Department of State. You can find lots of information for your state reports here, including history and facts. You can also learn about old shipwrecks, museums, fun places to visit, and the people of Florida.
Online Sunshine for Kids The Florida legislature created this page for kids who live in Florida, or who just wonder what it would be like if they did. This is the page for older children, which includes a tour of the capitol, history, information about the state government and games and puzzles. There is also a link for younger children which includes a coloring book and easier games.
Alaska
When most people think of Alaska, they think of snow, igloos and eskimos. There is much more to Alaska than that. Check out these exciting sites:
AK's Kool Kids This site by the state of Alaska has all the facts you need for your school report, videos of Alaskan wildlife, great facts about endangered animals and more.
N is for Northern Lights The Aurora is an amazing display of starry light in Alaska. Learn more here.
We Have a Glacier in Our Backyard This is a project by children to help others learn to appreciate glaciers.
California
Everyone thinks of Disneyland and movie stars when they picture California. To learn more about the real California, check out these sites:
The Gold Rush California's gold rush was one of the most important events in California history. Check out this PBS site to learn more.
California Missions Take a virtual tour of the missions, built by Catholic missionaries in California's early days. Then visit the real thing!
Yosemite National Park The giant sequoia trees here are nature's largest living things.
Recent Earthquakes California is famous for its earthquakes. Find out if there has been one recently where you are going.
India
What do you picture when you think about India? The net is a great place to learn about interesting countries, because you can get facts, pictures and ideas..even meet people from the country. Try these sites to learn more about India:
Daily Life in Ancient India: This site will teach you about the India of the past including how children of the time lived.
Saith Primary School has created a site for 7-9 year olds to help them learn about their country. Site includes slide shows, stories and more. Click on the large picture to enter the site. Although this site is for kids, it is part of a web ring, so surf with your parents.
AppuKids is a site for children who live in India. To find out what's cool in India, visit this page.
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