Internet Sources for Country Research

National Geographic Kids - Type your country name into the search box and check out the information about your country, organized by topics. (http://kids.nationalgeographic.com)

Time for Kids Around the World - Check out the additional information provided by TFK about their featured countries. Not every country is on the list, so check to see if yours is there. (www.timeforkids.com/around-the-world)

CIA World Fact-book - This website has every country - just search the list on the right hand side menu. The information is written for adults, so it may be challenging, but it's reliable info. (
www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/)

Ducksters Geography - This website sorts countries by continent/region. It has a wide range of countries, with lots of facts and basic information. (www.ducksters.com/geography/)

World Book For Kids - A web-based encyclopedia and much more.  This has various encyclopedia articles, a dictionary, an atlas, as well as game, science projects, and activities.  You can also access Worldbook Student (middle school,) and World Book Advanced (high school/college.) 
You need to use a login and password to access this site.  Login: district75 Password: worldbook
(http://worldbookonline.com/kids/home)

Fun Facts for Kids: Countries - Check out the fun facts listed for a wide range of countries on this website from New Zealand. (www.sciencekids.co.nz/sciencefacts/countries.html)

Students of the World - This non-profit website includes a lot of statistics and facts about a very large selection of countries. (www.studentsoftheworld.info/menu_infopays.html)


Kid's World Travel Guide - A small selection of 15 significant countries are featured on this website, which includes information about each country organized by topic. (www.kids-world-travel-guide.com)

Lonely Planet - This company publishes travel books for tourists. Search for travel information and background facts about your country. (www.lonelyplanet.com)