Exploring Asia    

The following sites will lead you the information you may want for your Asian Pen Pal Project.  Just click on a link and explore the unique cultures of this continent!  

The websites listed below can be searched by country.  They are excellent places to start to gather the facts you will need for this project!   (indicates a site of particular value.)

World Book Online Ask your librarian for the login and password.  This is a good place to start and get basic information on your country.

EBSCO Ask your librarian for the login and password.

Facts for Learning Trial Site Select the Facts for Leaning database first.  Once you're in...select "Title Field Search Only" and "Gareth Stevens Books".  You'll discover some great information on your countries here.

Cultural Profiles Project sponsored by Citizenship and Immigration Canada  provides an overview of life and customs in the profiled countries.  Search the list alphabetically to see if your country is listed.  Additional links available at The Latest on the Cultural Profiles.

Country at a Glance This part of the United Nations Cyberschoolbus site will allow you to look at each country separately. Select the Technology link to find out about TVs, Telephones, computers and other technology available in your country.

Birthday Traditions from Around the World nformation is listed by country.

Names            

 (BEWARE **these are commercial sites with lots of annoying pop-ups)
  Baby-names-world.com - select advanced search. Check off if you want a boy or a girl name.  Then go down to Origin/Nationality and see if your country is listed.  
  **Hindu Baby Names, meanings and significance -  Here we have Hindu baby names and more! 
  **Popular Baby Names - database of baby names from major religions and regions. 
  Bartholomew County Public Library Reference Links - Names  
  Behind the Name the etymology and history of first names.

 

 

Country Resources
Afghanistan Afghanistan for Kids see what Afghan people eat and wear, learn about their crafts, and read a story from the Middle East.
Bangladesh
Virtual Bangladesh -Virtual Bangladesh is an award winning site about the beautiful nation of Bangladesh. Here, one will find almost everything there is to know about Bangladesh. From the history and geography of Bangladesh, to her culture, language and literature. From images and sounds that describe the beauty of Bangladesh to esoteric facts. Come in and be charmed by the beauty that is Bangladesh. Once you come on in, you'll want to visit Bangladesh over and over again.
Bhutan Bhutan: The Last Shangri-La  - Reader's Digest World's The Living Edens series. learn about the geography, people, culture, and history of Bhutan.

Bhutan Tourism Corporation Limited General and travel information on the country, its people, visa requirements, currency, festivals and contact details of the Bhutan Tourism.
Brunei The Government of Brunei Darussalam - This official government Web site includes key dates and history; maps; the flag and more.
Cambodia Cambodia:  A Country Tour - Browse the outline and select the information you want.

Cambodian Classical Dance - Explore the world of the Cambodian court dance, performing arts, and music. 
China China:  A Country Study - Browse the outline and select the information you want.
Hong Kong  
India

Adventure Travel in India Visit this Geographia site for introductions to the Indian Himalayas, Ladakh, Darjeeling, Thar Deset and more.

India Baby Names 
Indonesia Indonesia - Explore Geographia's survey of location, geography, climate, and more. 
Japan Kids Web Japan: Discover the many faces of Japan on this Web site. You can find out what a traditional Japanese tea ceremony involves and how to write a haiku poem
Kazakhstan KAZAKSTAN - A Country Study   
Korea
Child's First Birthday  
Kyrgyzstan KYRGYZSTAN - A Country Study  
Laos LAOS - A Country Study  
Macau Macao 
Malaysia Malaysia Explore Geographia's Survey for an introduction to Malaysia. 
Maldives  
Mongolia  
Myanmar Myanmar/Burma Explore Geographia's survey of location, geography, climate, history and culture for an introduction to Myanmar. 
Nepal Nepal - Explore Geographia's survey of locationExplore Geographia's survey of location, geography, climate, history and culture for an introduction to Nepal.  http://www.interknowledge.com/nepal/
Pakistan

Pakistan - Explore Geographia's survey of location, geography, climate, history and culture for an introduction to Pakistan.  
Philippines  
Russia Welcome to the New Russia This Official Site of the Russian National tourist Office offers information about history, art and architecture, cities, and travel in Russia.  http://www.interknowledge.com/russia/

RUSSIA - A Country Study  http://lcweb2.loc.gov/frd/cs/rutoc.html
Singapore SINGAPORE - A Country Study  http://lcweb2.loc.gov/frd/cs/sgtoc.html
Sri Lanka SRI LANKA  
Taiwan Holidays in Taiwan  - lists traditional and commemorative holidays in Taiwan, in English and Chinese. Includes a table of holidays according to the Western and lunar calendars.

Chinese New Year in Taiwan  - learn about the festival as it is celebrated in Taiwan.

Republic of China on Taiwan  
Tajikistan TAJIKISTAN - A Country Study  
Thailand Adventure Travel in Thailand   Explore Geographia's survey of location, geography, climate, history and culture for an introduction to Thailand.
Turkmenistan TURKMENISTAN - A Country Study  
Uzbekistan UZBEKISTAN - A Country Study  
Vietnam Vietnam Explore Geographia's survey of location, geography, climate, history and culture for an introduction to Vietnam.. 
VIETNAM - A Country Study 
 
Vietnam : A Children's Guide  Our second grade class has been reading about Vietnam. We have done a great deal of research about this beautiful country on the other side of the world. We have also learned about schools in Vietnam. We have created a picture book about Vietnam. Take our quiz and see how much you know about Vietnam! Try our webquest, too! 
 
Journey into the Vietnamese culture. 

Created by Barbara Swetits
Last updated 10/16/2006