Resources

=__Home Page__= http://www.nationsonline.org/oneworld/asian_languages.htm http://www.worldatlas.com/webimage/countrys/asfacts.htm http://www2.mp3raid.com/search/download-mp3/1874819_1335383087_900/traditional_chinese_music.html

=__Turkey__= // Calligraphy //. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.turkishculture.org/fine-art/graphic-arts-115.htm Information about calligraphy in Turkey.

// Fast facts //. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.worldatlas.com/webimage/countrys/asia/turkey/trfacts.htm This website has fast facts about Turkey.

// Geography //. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://countrystudies.us/turkey/18.htm This website it all about the geography of Turkey. It includes the size of Turkey along with other information about where its located.

Karagöz, A. (2003, January). // Turkey //. Retrieved from http://www.fao.org/ag/AGP/AGPC/doc/Counprof/Turkey.htm

This website has lots of information about Turkey. Its includes an introduction, soils and topography, climate and agro-ecological zones, ruminant livestock production systems, and the pasture resource.

// Latitude and longitude //. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.worldatlas.com/webimage/countrys/asia/turkey/trlatlog.htm This website has Turkey's latitude and longitude.

// Natural resources //. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.indexmundi.com/turkey/natural_resources.html This website gives a list of all the natural resources that Turkey has.

// Teachers unit and lesson plan turkish musical instruments //. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.csames.illinois.edu/documents/outreach/TurkishMusicLessonPlan.pdf Turkey music and instrument lesson plan.

// The world factbook //. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/geos/tu.html

The world fact book gives extensive details about Turkey. For ezample, about the people, government

// Timeline //. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.worldatlas.com/webimage/countrys/asia/turkey/trtimeln2.htm

This website has the timeline of Turkey.

// Turkish cuisine portal //. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.turkishculture.org/culinary-arts/cuisine-49.htm This website information on the foods Turkish people eat and the different arts they do.

// Turkish educational systyem //. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.fulbright.org.tr/en/about-turkey/turkish-educational-system This website tells all about the education system in Turkey.

// Turkish flag //. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.flags-flags-flags.org.uk/turkish-flag.htm

This website has information about the Turkish flag.

// Turkish traditions //. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.internationalpropertyworld.com/turkey-guide/turkish_traditions.htm This website tells the viewer all about the traditions in Turkey.

// Turkey - turkish language, culture, customs and etiquette //. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.kwintessential.co.uk/resources/global-etiquette/turkey-country-profile.html

This website has information about the etiquette, religious beliefs, and location of Turkey.

// Water project  in  turkey:  an  international conflict //. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://worldaffairsinlandempire.org/docs/TurkeyWaterProjectsLesson.pdf Social studies lesson plan for elementary students about Southwest Asia.

// Weather //. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.worldatlas.com/webimage/countrys/asia/turkey/trweather.htm

This website has information about Turkish weather.

=__Malaysia__= https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/geos/my.html //This website has is a fantastic resource for any information you would need to know about Malaysia from the people and culture to the leaders and economy.//
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http://travel.nationalgeographic.com/travel/countries/malaysia-facts/ //A great resource for "Fast Facts" as well as travel information about Malaysia.//

http://www.crayola.com/lesson-plans/detail/good-luck-in-a-red-envelope-lesson-plan/ //Crayola has amazing lesson plans on almost any topic available for teachers--easy to modify for all ages!//

http://www.asiaeducation.edu.au/for_teachers/curriculum_resources/countries/malaysia_cr/malaysia_cr.html //The Asia Education Foundation provides fun activities for children to do either at school or home.//

http://www.asiaeducation.edu.au/verve/_resources/snapshots_teachers_malaysia_proverbs.pdf //This specific activity from the Asia Education Foundation gives students a chance to analyze Malaysian proverbs.//

[] //A documentary-type travel video that provides a general overview of Malaysia.//

http://www.flags-flags-flags.org.uk/malaysian-flag.htm //A description of the Malaysian flag.//

http://whirlsandtwirls.blogspot.com/2011/07/malaysia-crafts-batik-for-kids.html //A more informal view of Malaysian culture--focusing on crafts.//

http://www.firstpalette.com/Craft_themes/Colors/gluebatik/gluebatik.html //Instructions for the popular Malaysian craft of Batik--kid friendly!//

http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/8820944-my-mother-s-garden //Reviews from parents, educators, and others about "My Mother's Garden."//

http://www.geographia.com/malaysia/musicdance.html //An overview of music and dance in Malaysia.//

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jOoAuoifKe0 //This video is of a Filipino candle dance--also very popular in Malaysia.//

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KT8bQVvuguY&feature=related //This video gives a general overview of different aspects of Malaysia.//

http://www.tradechakra.com/economy/malaysia/natural-resources-in-malaysia-199.php //Information about Malaysia's resources.//

http://www.kgomez.com/malaysia/ //"48 interesting facts about Malaysia"//

http://www.ducksters.com/geography/country.php?country=Malaysia //This website gives basic information about Malaysia in a kid-friendly format.//

http://www.omniglot.com/writing/malay.htm //A description of the Malay language//

http://www.2malaysia.com/info.htm //General information about Malaysia//

http://www.geographia.com/malaysia/festivals.html //This website gives a description of different culture activities and festivals that are celebrated in Malaysia.//

http://www.marimari.com/content/malaysia/food/malay/malay.html //An overview of Malay food//

http://www.mohe.gov.my/educationmsia/education.php?article=system //This website gives a description of the education system in Malaysia.//

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-pacific-15391762 //A timeline of important events in Malaysia's history//

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=__India__= www.kidspast.com //This website contains historical information using kid friendly language and pictures. //

[] //This website generates timelines to provide a snapshot of famous people and events in // India in the time period mentioned.

[] //[] // [] //The 3 links above are from a website with many topics and resources about India. As the name suggests, the website provides a variety of maps of India, as well as written information about the country’s culture, geography, business & economy, and travel tips. //

[] //Facts About India is a website that gives very detailed and descriptive information about almost any topic relating to India! //

[] //This website gives a quick overview of the natural resources found in India. //

[] //This website includes much information about the traditional foods that are custom in specific regions in India. //

<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif;">[] //<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif;">This website was helpful in learning about the business and economics of India, including written information, pictures, charts, tables, and surveys about India’s economics. //

<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif;">[|http://orias.berkeley.edu/spice/textobjects/imports-exports.htm#india] //<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif;">This website provided an easy to read description of the major imports/exports for any region. //

<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif;">[] //<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif;">This was an article written by ////<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif;">Sanjiv Shankaran and Shamni Pande about the effects of India’s economy on the people of India. //

<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif;">[] <span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif;">[] //<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif;">These 2 links provided ample information about the history of India, especially after it gained its Independence. //

<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif;">[] //<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif;">The picture and information about Manmohan Singh was found on this website. //

<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif;">[] //<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif;">Detailed information about the government of India and its political system was found on this website. //

<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif;">[] //<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif;">This website is packed with great fine arts activities, games, and crafts for kids. This link is specific to Hindu activities, but the website also includes activities for other cultures, holidays, and other events! //

<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif;">[] //<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif;">This website is where the Fine Arts Activity was found for making Diwali Diyas (Candles). //

<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif;">[] //<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif;">This website is where the Late Elementary Activity was found on exploring Hinduism. //

<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif;">[] //<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif;">This website is where the Early Elementary Activity was found on the game, Pachisi //

=__South Korea__= [] The CIA World Fact provides recent data and statistics regarding the geography, economy, politics and people of countries from around the world.
 * All pictures found on any page about India, unless otherwise cited, were taken from www.google.com/images.

<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">[] <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">Official homepage of South Korea, maintained by the government.

<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">[] This website provides an overview of many aspects of Korean culture from government to economy, food and societal expectations.

<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">[] This website presents a timeline of the history of Korea and South Korea.

<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">[] This is the United States State department website about South Korea.

<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">[] This website provides comprehensive information on all aspects of South Korean life and history.

<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">[] This website lists some of the more unusual dishes in South Korean cuisine.

<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">[][] This website provides information about the average salaries earned by South Korean citizens.

<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">[] Amnesty International provides information about social and human rights abuses that occur around the globe.

<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">[] This article provides information about the voting habits of South Korean citizens.

<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">[] Mama Lisa's website offers songs and rhymes from cultures all over the world, including South Korea.

<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">[] Lesson Planet is a lesson plan database for teachers; it has numerous lesson ideas regarding culture, geography, history and more!

<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">[] This PBS article from Zoom shows children how to make a jaegi and play this traditional Korean game.

<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">[] This website has instructions on how to make a lotus lantern.

<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">[|[[http://www.omniglot.com/writing/korean.htm]]] This website provides and overview and templates of the Korean language Hangul.

<span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">[] This website also offers information about the Korean language Hangul and calligraphy.

<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">[] <span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 13px;">This website provides a lesson plan about the history of kite-flying in Korea as well as a how-to for building your own kite.

=__Thailand__= <span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">[] //<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">This web page contains information about Thailand’s flag. //

<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">[] //<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Historic Facts about Thailand are available on this webpage. //

<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">[] //<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">A timeline of major events in Thailand’s history is found on this website. //

<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">[] //<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">This web page was used for facts and pictures about Thailand. //

<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">[] //<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Geography facts and pictures are available on this website. //

<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">[] //<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Information about Thailand’s topography can be found on this website. //

<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">[] //<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">This website gives information about Thailand’s weather //<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">.

<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">[] //<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Suitable information for kids about Thailand’s culture is available on this website. //

<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">[] //<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">This website provides basic information and exact numbers when researching a country’s economy. //

<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">[] //<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Information about Thailand’s politics and political leaders are on this website. //

<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">[] //<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">This web site was used to research art and crafts activities that represent Thailand. //

<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">[] //<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">This web site can be used to research culture and art activities for Thailand that are appropriate for kids. //

<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">[] //<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Activity village is great for art activities. This link provides a lesson about Thailand’s elephant masks. //

<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">[] //<span style="font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Thailand music that is appropriate for children is available on this site. //