SPANISH SPEAKING COUNTRIES OF THE WESTERN HEMISPHERE General Information Name: Cathy Tenney School: Jackson Center High School Workshop Location: Centerville Title of Companion Action Plan: Spanish Speaking Countries Project Grade Levels: 9-11 Curriculum/Subject Area: Spanish and could also be adapted for World Geography Specific Topic: Spanish Speaking Countries of the Western Hemisphere Content Information Brief Summary of Topic Research of history, culture & customs, food & clothing, education, economy & jobs/income, government, entertainment and tourism of Spanish speaking countries. Dewey Numbers 641bs Cookbooks 910bs Travel 972bs Mexico, Central & South American Countries Subject Headings & Keywords Name of Country Name of Continent Jackson Center High School Library Resources Reference Material 031.02 The World Book of Encyclopedia of People and Places 903 Worldmark Encyclopedia of the Nations 910 World Travel Guide 391 Ethinic Dress 912 World Reference Atlas 910 Lands and People 390 Culturgrams 031 World Book Encyclopedia Books (Non-Fiction) Passport to Spain----- Keith Lye----- 946 LYE Mexico----- R. Conrad Stein----- 972 STE Cuba----- Emily Morris----- 972.91 MOR Cuba----- Sean Sheehan----- 972.91 SHE El Salvador----- Erin Foley----- 972.84 FOL Nicaragua----- Jennifer Kott----- 972.85 KOT Dominican Republic----- Erin Foley----- 972.9 FOL Costa Rica----- Marion Morrison----- 972.86 MOR Cookbooks Holiday Cooking Around the World Desserts Around the World Cooking the Spanish Way The Best of Mexico Cooking the South American Way Mexican Favorites Food in Spain Mexican Cooking Food in Mexico Books located in Spanish classroom The Geography of Mexico The History of Mexico The Food of Mexico The People of Mexico The Sports of Mexico Mexico: Facts & Figures The Economy of Mexico Famous People of Mexico The Festivals of Mexico The Government of Mexico Mexican Art & Architecture The States of Northern Mexico The Pacific States of Mexico The Gulf States of Mexico The States of Central Mexico Websites Encyclopedias and Almanacs Altapedia This online encyclopedia provides facts, figures and statistical information about such topics as the history, people, geography, language, and religion of countries around the world. The site also offers political and physical maps of regions of the world. Country Reports Geared especially to young people, this site includes general information about the nations of the world. It also allows you to listen to national anthems and look at flags of various countries. Global Statistics This almanac gives brief factual information on nations and regions of the world. Here you can find a list of all the countries of the world and their capitals, surface area and population. The World Factbook Developed by the C.I.A., this online version of The World Factbook Almanac is a quick reference guide for obtaining basic information about all the countries of the world. You can find out about each country's geography, population, government, economy, communications, transportation, and more. Regional and country maps are also included on this site. Maps Map Machine This National Geographic site offers physical and political maps of the countries of the world. It also has facts and profiles of the different nations. Maps and Geography of the World Search an alphabetical index to find maps for a specific region or country. Detailed factual information is provided for each country, although much of this information comes from sources mentioned above. Flags World Flag Database In addition to basic information about countries, you will find flags including national and state flags, ensigns, and sub-national flags. A glossary explains common flag terms. Flags of the World This site focuses on the flags of the different countries. There is very little general information about the country itself, although you will find background information about each flag, for example, the meaning behind the flag's colors and the history of the flag. Other Reference Websites Library of Congress Country Studies In addition to the basic facts about countries, this site gives a more in-depth view of the people of each country: their religion, values, and views on issues. Currently, the site offers profiles of 85 countries, so you may have to check other sources if you do not find here the country that you are researching. Library of Congress: Portals of the World World Wise Schools This site profiles 80 countries that are served by the Peace Corps. You can find facts as well as information about a country's culture. If you are looking for information about an undeveloped country, you might find it at this site. U.S. Department of State Background Notes Published by the U.S. Government, this source profiles countries and regions around the world. It gives facts about a country's population, government, economy and so forth. Governments on the WWW From this site, you can access the embassies of foreign nations. The pages include the addresses of the embassies as well as information about the countries. If you have time, you may wish to write or e-mail the embassy of a particular country and ask for information. This is a good way to get print materials that you can often use in reports and projects. General Websites Perry-CastaC1eda Library Map Collection Info Please Countries of the World All About Spain Favorite Food Recipes from Spain Tour by Mexico: General Information about Mexico Mexican Culture Directory Global Gourmet Welcome to Puerto Rico Puerto Rican Food Argentina Guatemala Costa Rica Costa Rica El Salvador Spotlight on Chile Chile Columbia Culture and Society of Mexico Discover Spain People of Latin America & South America Spanish Language & Culture The Spanish Page Currency Exchange Rate