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Countries of the World


We have selected these online resources to support you when you need information relating to the popular curriculum topic, Countries of the World. SCIS 1525208

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Fact Monster – Countries of the World

This informative site has a range of up to date information on countries of the world; easily accessible for Primary students.

Suggested level: primary
http://www.factmonster.com/countries.html


Kid Info

Follow this link to a world of information on countries.

Suggested level: primary
http://www.kidinfo.com/geography/the_world.html


CIA World Factbook

This site is incredibly comprehensive and thorough. Very useful for upper Primary – Intermediate students.

Suggested level: primary, intermediate, secondary
https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/


Students of the World: Countries of the world

This site is useful for economic information and basic facts.

Suggested level: intermediate
http://www.studentsoftheworld.info/menu_infopays.html


National Geographic Kids: Countries

Colourful junior site with good range of information – not all countries listed.

Suggested level: primary, intermediate
http://kids.nationalgeographic.com/kids/places/find/


Yahoo Kids: Countries flags and maps

Basic factual information in an easy to read format.

Suggested level: primary, intermediate
http://kids.yahoo.com/reference/world-factbook/flags/