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Situated between Russia and China, Mongolia is a mountainous country with a harsh climate. Most of Mongolia is at least 5,000 feet above sea level. The country has cold winters, but gets less than 4 inches of rain each year. The Gobi Desert, in Mongolia, is the coldest desert on earth and stretches for 250,000 miles.

For centuries, Mongolia was populated by nomadic tribes. Ghenghis Khan conquered Mongolia in the 13th century, uniting the tribes and building an empire. Southern Mongolia, or Inner Mongolia, is ruled by China, while the north is independent. Mongolia was a Communist country from 1924 until 1990. Today, the country is a democracy. Although poor, Mongolia is rich in minerals and has a fast growing economy.

Although the climate is too harsh for growing most crops, Mongolians raise sheep, cattle and other livestock. In recent years, very cold, snowy winters have killed off many of the animals, leaving families without a way to earn a living. Mongolians still live in traditional yurts, which are domed tents.
Fun Facts

2.8 million people live in Mongolia.

The country has 604,249 square miles of land.

The official language is Khalka Mongolian.

Most people here are Buddhist.

The life expectancy is 67 years.

Vocabulary

1. Harsh: severe, rough

2. Nomadic: wandering, without a home

3. Yurt: traditional Mongolian home

Visit National Geographic Kids to learn more about Mongolia.
Extra Credit
Question: Does Mongolia trade with other countries?

Answer: For many years, Mongolia was isolated. Since becoming a democracy, Mongolia has welcomed investors from Russia, China, the U.S. and other countries.

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Kids learn about the Geography of Nepal. The history, capital, flag, climate, terrain, people, economy, and population.

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In South Asia, between China and India, lies Nepal. Here, you'll find lowlands, as well as the highest mountain peaks in the world. Nepal has endured years of war and many people live in poverty. The country is home to exotic animals, such as tigers, snow leopards, rhinos and fresh water dolphins. These animals are all endangered, though. As the population grows, people cut down forests for homes and farmlands, displacing the animals. When the trees are cut down, the soil blows away so crops don't grow as well.

Nepal is the birthplace of Buddhism, although many people in Nepal are Hindu. Like India, the people of Nepal have used a caste system - or social ranking system - for many years. Although illegal, the caste system endures, especially in poor, rural areas. The social rankings include the Hindu caste, the Bhotes, the hill tribes, including Sherpas, and the Newar.

Fun Facts

30.5 million people live in Nepal.

The country has 54,363 square miles of land.

Nepali is the official language.

Hinduism and Buddhism are the major religions.

The life expectancy is 63 years.

Vocabulary

1. Poverty: lacking basic resources, including money, food, health care, housing and

2. educational opportunities

3. Endangered: in danger of becoming extinct

4. Displace: leave homeless or without a place

5. Birthplace: place of birth

Learn More
Visit National Geographic to learn more about Nepal.
Extra Credit
Question: What do the social castes mean?

Answer: Sherpas live in the mountains and serve as guides for tourists trying to climb Mt. Everest and other high mountain peaks. They are usually Buddhist and love the land. The Bhotes, originally from Tibet, live in the northern mountains, while the Newar are the native people dwelling in the Kathmandu Valley.

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Kids learn about the Geography of Philippines. The history, capital, flag, climate, terrain, people, economy, and population.

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Kids learn about the Geography of Israel. The history, capital, flag, climate, terrain, people, economy, and population.

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Israel is the only Jewish state on Earth and home to more Jews than anywhere else in the world. This ancient country in the Middle East is bordered by the Dead Sea, Lebanon, Palestine, Jordan, Syria and Egypt. The northern portion of Israel is snowy and mountainous, while the south is a desert. Most people live in the coastal region. The city of Jericho in Israel is one of the oldest cities on Earth, first occupied more than 11,000 years ago. Ancient farmers planted crops here and raised livestock.

Israel is perhaps the most religiously complicated country on Earth. All three of the major Western religions claim Israel - and particularly, Jerusalem - as valuable to their heritage. Many sites in Israel, including Jerusalem and Galilee, are sacred to Christians because Christ lived, died and was resurrected here. Jews believe the Messiah will eventually come to Israel, while Muslims believe that Muhammad ascended to heaven from Jerusalem.

Israel became a Jewish state in 1946. After the Nazi invasion of Europe, many Jews had no home. They settled Israel as their homeland. The German government gives Israel $500 million every year to compensate for the losses of World War II. The land that Israel occupies is known as Palestine. When Israel became a country, Palestine was divided into an Israeli state, with the West Bank and the Gaza Strip set aside for Palestinians. Since then, Israelis and Palestinians have argued almost continuously. Both groups believe they own the land. As of 2013, Palestine is not a country, but a geographical area.

Fun Facts about Israel for Kids

7.6 million people live here.

The country has 8,019 square miles of land.

The official languages are Hebrew and Arabic.

Most people are Jewish.

The life expectancy is 80 years.

Israel Vocabulary

All about Israel Video for Kids

This is the best video we found for kids to learn about Israel:

A video all about Israel, its people, culture and cities.

Israel Q&A

Question: What is life like in Israel?

Answer: Everyday life is very similar to life in Western Europe, Canada or America. Israel is a modern country with modern homes and lifestyles. The Jewish religion has over 600 rules. Some Jews follow all the rules. Others follow some of the rules.

Map of Israel

Here's a map of the country of Israel and all its cities and villages. Zoom in to get into street level or zoom out to see other countries around Israel! You can see the terrain, but also see the roads, images of the buildings and even take a 3D tour through the streets of the cities of Israel, as though you are actually there!

Enjoyed the Easy Geography for Kids all about Israel info? Take the FREE & fun all about Israel quiz and download FREE all about Israel worksheet for kids. For lengthy info click here.

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Israel is the only Jewish state on Earth and home to more Jews than anywhere else in the world. This ancient country in the Middle East is bordered by the Dead Sea, Lebanon, Palestine, Jordan, Syria and Egypt. The northern portion of Israel is snowy and mountainous, while the south is a desert.

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India is the seventh largest country in the world. Wow! The name 'India' comes from the historic local name for the Indus River. Let's take a look at some facts about India!

There is evidence of human activity in India as long as 75,000 years ago. If you include hominids (which are humans and their fossil ancestors) and including Homo Erectus, which are an extinct form of human, then evidence of life can be from around 500,000 years ago.

By 2500 BC, the Indus Valley civilization had developed round the Indus River (now in Pakistan) trading in crops grown on the fertile river plains. It was a powerful region and larger than any other ancient empires, including Egypt.

Population of India

The population on Earth in 2013 was 7.125 billion of which 1.27 billion people live in India. United States has about 316.1 million and that makes India a highly populated country. Its official languages are Hindi and English though fourteen other languages are recognised as official in certain regions. The capital of India is New Delhi and their money is called the Rupee

Indian Geography and Nature

In India you can expect a lot. On the one hand you get the desert in the west and the jungles in the northeast. The world's largest mangrove forest is on the Bay of Bengal.

Here, tigers swim in the same rivers as dolphins, sea turtles, sharks, and saltwater crocodiles. Now that would be something to see! This unique landscape is constantly under threat as sea levels rise and humans hunt illegally and clear trees for firewood.

A fertile area called the Ganges Plain of the Ganges river, covers much of northern India with layers of silt over 25,000 feet (7,620 meters) deep from soil deposited by rivers running from the Himalayas. The Himalayas is the world's highest mountain range and famous for the highest mountain, Mount Everest.

These mountains house some of India's rarest animals and plants like the snow leopard. Bears and black buck live lower down, and in the northeast, the tiger and one-horned rhinoceros can be found. India has about 65,000 animal species including elephants, pythons, river dolphins, and rhinos, and 12,000 types of flowering plants. It is the only country in the world with both lions and tigers. It's also a bird watcher's paradise.

For thousands of years, since the Hindu religion first evolved, respect for animal life has been an important part of their beliefs. Cows are sacred and cannot be harmed and many people are vegetarians, meaning they don't eat meat. Much of the food in India is flavored with spices such as cinnamon, garlic, and cumin. Most meals include rice, vegetables, bread, and yogurt. Cows are allowed to wander through city streets, which often cause traffic jams.

What about the People and Culture?

Society throughout India is divided into social ranks, called castes which can never be changed and you are born into it. High castes include priests, landowners, and soldiers. So-called ' Untouchables ' have no caste and do the most menial jobs.

India is a very spiritual country. It has no official religion, but more than 80% of Indians are Hindu. About 13% are Muslim. Other religions include Buddhism, Sikhism, and Jainism, which all began in India. The Jaines believe in non-violence to all living things to such a degree that they sweep the ground in front of them so as not to kill any insects. Now that's awesome.

Watching movies is a popular pastime in India. Bombay is the center of India's film industry. Ever heard of Bollywood? Well it's the Indian alternative to Hollywood, and some amazing movies have been produced here. Indian children play soccer and badminton and board games like Parcheesi and backgammon. Basketball is definitely becoming more popular.

When Indian people greet each other they place their hands together and say "Namaste", which means, "I bow to the divine in you." Older people are treated with great respect in India. When greeting an elder, some Indians may touch their feet as a sign of respect. Remember this for if you ever visit India.

Clothing in India is different by area. Most women wear a sari made of colorful silk or cotton. The sari is one long piece of material that is draped around the body like a dress. Many men wear a dhoti which is a white piece of cloth wrapped around the hips and pulled through the legs. Not all people dress traditionally in India, but the clothing is always loose due to the heat.

Most children in India attend school. Some schools are modern and have books and computers. In poor areas of the cities or in country areas, there can be 40 to 60 students in one classroom with little or no supplies. Most schools teach in English because there are too many regional languages.

Government and Economy

India's parliamentary government came from the British who took control of India in 1858 after overthrowing their government. Holland, Great Britain and France were all eager to get to India's spices, rice, silk, tea and jewels in the 1600's and had created key trading posts in India.

After they became independent in 1947, one party, the Congress Party, and one family, the Nehru family, dominated politics in India for decades. Now, however, many parties compete for elected positions.

India's economy is growing so fast that experts predict it will soon become one of the world's leading markets. Indians are hard workers.

Amazing Facts about India

100 million people attend the Kumbh Mend Festival, which is the world's biggest gathering of humans

It's illegal to take Rupees out of India

There's an Indian man who claims he hasn't eaten or drank anything for 70 years. Doctors have done tests and they still don't know how it's possible.

The world's biggest family lives in India. A man has 39 wives and 94 children. Can you just imagine!

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India Facts For Kids India is the seventh largest country in the world. Wow! The name 'India' comes from the historic local name for the Indus River. Let's take a look at some facts about India! There is evidence of human activity in India as long as 75,000 years ago.

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India Facts for Kids

Learn some interesting information about India while enjoying a range of fun facts and trivia that's perfect for kids!

Read about the different languages spoken in India, its population, major cities, mountains, unique attractions, history and much more.

India is officially known as the Republic of India.

India has a very large population, with over 1.4 billion people as of 2023.

India is the seventh largest country by total area.

India belongs to the continent of Asia, it is bordered by the countries of Bangladesh, Bhutan, Burma, China, Nepal, and Pakistan.

The highest mountain in India is Kanchenjunga, standing at 8,598m (28,209 ft), which it shares with Nepal. Kanchenjunga is the third highest mountain in the world.

Many different languages are spoken in India. The main ones are Hindi, Bengali, Telugu, Marathi, Tamil, and Urdu.

The capital city is New Delhi, while the most populated city is Mumbai. Other major cities include Kolkata, Chennai and Bangalore.

Because of India's location, it experiences periods of heavy rain called Monsoon.

The Taj Mahal (a famous mausoleum and popular tourist attraction) is located in the region of Agra.

India became an independent nation in 1947 after ending British rule that began in 1858.

Mahatma Gandhi is famous for the important part he played in gaining India's independence.

Once British rule was over, India was split into the Republic of India and the Islamic Republic of Pakistan. Later, an area between India and Pakistan became the People's Republic of Bangladesh.

India is a biodiverse country, home to many different plant and animal species. This includes the endangered Bengal Tiger, which is the national symbol of India.

Indians drive on the left-hand side of the road.

The most popular sport in India is cricket, with the Indian team being the first to win the Cricket World Cup on home soil when they were victorious in 2011.

India hosted the 2010 Commonwealth Games in Delhi, but has never hosted the Olympic Games.

For more information, check out maps of India or take a closer look at the Indian flag.

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India Facts for Kids Learn some interesting information about India while enjoying a range of fun facts and trivia that's perfect for kids! Read about the different languages spoken in India, its population, major cities, mountains, unique attractions, history and much more. India is officially known as the Republic of India.

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Here you'll find everything you want to know about Japan, from basic facts to descriptions of Japanese lifestyle, culture, and traditions.

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Japan Facts for Kids

Learn some interesting information about Japan while enjoying a range of fun facts and trivia that's perfect for kids!

Read about the highest mountain in Japan, Japanese culture, engineering, population, islands, Samurai, economy, companies and much more.

The Japanese name for Japan is "Nihon" or "Nippon" which means "sun origin".

Japan belongs to the continent of Asia. Japan is an island nation surrounded by the Sea of Japan to the East and the Pacific Ocean to the West.

Japan is made up of 6,852 islands.

The highest point in Japan in Mount Fuji, which stands at 3,776m (12,388ft).

As of July 2012, there are over 127 million people living in Japan (127,368,088), which is the tenth largest population in the world.

Tokyo is the capital city of Japan and also the largest city. Other major cities include Osaka, Nagoya, and Sapporo.

Japanese is the official language of Japan.

Japan sits along the "Pacific Ring of Fire", so has many volcanoes and experiences many earthquakes. In 2011, an earthquake of magnitude 9.0 hit Japan and created a tsunami which resulted in much devastation.

Almost three quarters of Japan's land is either forest or mountains and is difficult to be made into farms, industrial or residential areas.

Human life in Japan dates back thousands of years.

Ancient warriors of Japan were known as Samurai. They were very skilled fighters and swordsmen. Their main weapon was the Katana, a sharp sword with a slight curve to it.

Due to gases produced by power plants, Japan sometimes suffers from acid rain.

Japan is an industrialized nation, producing some of the most technologically advanced motor vehicles, electronics, and machine tools.

Japan is a world leader in robotics. Japanese engineers are known for producing a range of human-like robots such as ASIMO.

Some of the most well-known companies in the world are Japanese such as Toyota, Honda, Sony, Nintendo, Canon, Panasonic, Toshiba, and Sharp.

Japanese cuisine has become popular around the world. Some well-known dishes are sushi, sashimi and tempura.

Japan is home to many different forms of martial arts. Karate, Judo, Sumo, Ninjutsu, Kendo, Jujutsu, and Aikido to name a few.

Sumo is recognized as the national sport of Japan, although the most popular spectator sport is baseball.

Japan hosted the 1964 Summer Olympic games in Tokyo and will again in 2020. They also hosted the 1972 and 1998 Winter Olympic Games in Sapporo and Nagano, respectively.

For more information, check out maps of Japan or take a closer look at the Japanese flag.

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Japan Facts for Kids Learn some interesting information about Japan while enjoying a range of fun facts and trivia that's perfect for kids! Read about the highest mountain in Japan, Japanese culture, engineering, population, islands, Samurai, economy, companies and much more. The Japanese name for Japan is "Nihon" or "Nippon" which means "sun origin".

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Kids learn about the Geography of Korea, South. The history, capital, flag, climate, terrain, people, economy, and population.

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To the east of China lies Taiwan, a cluster of islands, that was once part of China. Most countries don't recognize it today as a country distinct from China. Japan invaded Taiwan in 1895 and took it by force from China. It belonged to Japan until after World War I when it came under the control of the Chinese Nationalists. Today, mainland China is a communist country, while Taiwan remains independently democratic.

Taiwan is a mountainous country with forests, plains and lowlands. It has a tropical climate with seasons of wet and dry weather. The country gets up to 98 inches of rainfall each year and experiences about four typhoons every year. The typhoons often cause mudslides. People build braces on hillsides from lumber and metal to keep the land from sliding during heavy rains.

Taiwan has rich farmland, but it also exports electronics and other goods. It has a strong economy and is growing.

Fun Facts about Taiwan for Kids

23,299,716 people live in Taiwan.

Most people are Buddhist or Taoist.

People in Taiwan can expect to live 78 years.

96 percent of adults can read.

Taiwan Vocabulary

1. Invade: enter without permission by force

2. Communist: a system of government in which no one owns private property. Property is divided among people.

3. Typhoon: severe tropical rain storm

All About Taiwan Video for Kids

Check out this cool video about Taiwan for kids:

This is a visual slideshow of the different tourist attractions in Taiwan.

Taiwan Q&A

Question: Is Taiwan prone to earthquakes?

Answer: All of the countries in Southeast Asia are vulnerable to earthquakes, including Taiwan.

Map of Taiwan

Here's a map of the country of Taiwan and all its cities and villages. Zoom in to get into street level or zoom out to see other countries around Taiwan! You can see the terrain, but also see the roads, images of the buildings and even take a 3D tour through the streets of the cities of Taiwan, as though you are actually there!

Enjoyed the Natural Science for Kids website all about Taiwan info? Take the FREE & fun all about Taiwan quiz and download FREE Taiwan worksheet for kids. For lengthy info click here.

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To the east of China lies Taiwan, a cluster of islands, that was once part of China. Most countries don't recognize it today as a country distinct from China. Japan invaded Taiwan in 1895 and took it by force from China.

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Kids learn about the Geography of Saudi Arabia. The history, capital, flag, climate, terrain, people, economy, and population.

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Islam, the second largest religion in the world, began in Saudi Arabia. Here, in the city of Mecca, the Prophet Muhammad received the word of Allah, which is found in the Qur'an. Muhammad died in the city of Medina in 632 A.D. Both cities are considered holy to Muslim people throughout the world.

Saudi Arabia is an ancient country that has seen its share of conflicts, but it has been ruled by a monarchy since 1932. Saudi Arabia has had better relations with the western world than most Middle Eastern countries, but the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the United States strained relationships because most of the terrorists were from Saudi Arabia.

Saudi Arabia has more oil than any country in the world. This fact has allowed it to become very wealthy. In the past, it was able to provide health care and education to its citizens without asking for taxes. The Muslim religion is very important to the people and government of Saudi Arabia. Women must follow strict rules. They must take a male chaperon when they drive or go places. They may not vote.

Fun Facts about Saudi Arabia for Kids

24,573,000 people live in Saudi Arabia.

The capital of Saudi Arabia is Riyadh.

There are 756,985 square miles.

All people in Saudi Arabia are Muslim.

People in Saudi Arabia can expect to live to be 72.

79 percent of adults can read.

Saudi Arabia Vocabulary

All About Saudi Arabia Video for Kids

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This is a video showcasing the culture of Saudi Arabia and touring their cultural landmarks.

Saudi Arabia Q&A

Question: Is Mecca an important city?

Answer: Mecca is considered the center of the Islamic world and the most holy site. Every year, millions of Muslims visit Mecca during the Hajj, a yearly pilgrimage. All Muslims are asked to visit Mecca at least once in their lifetime, as circumstances allow.

Map of Saudi Arabia

Here's a map of the country of Saudi Arabia and all its cities and villages. Zoom in to get into street level or zoom out to see other countries around Saudi Arabia! You can see the terrain, but also see the roads, images of the buildings and even take a 3D tour through the streets of the cities of Saudi Arabia, as though you are actually there!

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Islam, the second largest religion in the world, began in Saudi Arabia. Here, in the city of Mecca, the Prophet Muhammad received the word of Allah, which is found in the Qur'an. Muhammad died in the city of Medina in 632 A.D. Both cities are considered holy to Muslim people throughout the world.

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Would you like to visit a place where people ride elephants to get from place to place? Or where tigers, crocodiles and cobras lurk in the jungle? Then you'd probably enjoy visiting Thailand. This ancient country is in Southeast Asia, bordering Laos and Cambodia.

Eastern Thailand is covered with grasslands and woodlands, while to the south lie dense forests or jungles. Northern Thailand is hilly. Farmers grow many crops on the fertile soil found here.

People have lived in Thailand since at least 2,000 B.C. The country, which was ruled by a monarchy, was called Siam until 1939 when the people fought for a change of government. Thailand now has a constitutional monarchy, which means there are a king and queen, but they make decisions with other leaders. Thailand means "land of the free."

Most people in Thailand are Buddhist. If you visit Bangkok, you'll see Buddhist statues and temples with gold roofs. Bangkok has many canals running through it. The canals are often filled with boats laden with vegetables, fish and fruit. You can walk on the boats to buy food.

Fun Facts about Thailand for Kids

65,000,000 people live in Thailand.

The country has 198,115 square miles of land.

Most people speak Thai, English or a regional dialect.

90 percent of people living in Thailand are Buddhist. The rest are mostly Muslim.

People in Thailand can expect to live 71 years.

96 percent of adults can read.

Thailand Vocabulary

All About Thailand Video for Kids

This is the best video we found for kids to learn about Thailand:

This is a video documentary about the culture, religion and cultural landmarks of Thailand.

Thailand Q&A

Question: What do people do for work in Thailand?

Answer: The two main industries are tourism and farming. Farmers grow coconuts, chile peppers, rice, and other fruits and vegetables. It rains a lot in Thailand, which is good for crops. Some farmers raise silk worms. The silk worms eat the leaves of mulberry trees and make silk. The silk is sold to make beautiful clothing.

Map of Thailand

Here's a map of the country of Thailand and all its cities and villages. Zoom in to get into street level or zoom out to see other countries around Thailand! You can see the terrain, but also see the roads, images of the buildings and even take a 3D tour through the streets of the cities of Thailand, as though you are actually there!

Enjoyed the Free Geography Kids online resources all about Thailand info? Take the FREE & fun Thailand quiz and download FREE Thailand worksheet for kids. For lengthy info click here.

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Which country invented paper, gunpowder, silk, porcelain, printing and the magnetic compass? The answer is China. China is one of the oldest civilizations and for centuries it was ahead of the rest of the world in technology, math and science. For thousands of years, emperors ruled China. Its history is divided into dynasties, or periods of time ruled by lines of emperors.

China is the fourth largest country in the world, after Russia, Canada and the United States, but it has the most people of any country. China is growing and changing more quickly than any other place on Earth. Because of this, it is becoming crowded and polluted.

The Chinese landscape includes mountains, forests, deserts, high plateaus and coastal areas. Here you will find thousands of animals and plants, including the giant panda, which lives only in the mountains of southwest China. Many rivers run through China. The Yangtze River is the third largest river in the world.

After thousands of years, the last emperor lost power in 1912. China was invaded by Japan and later became a communist state. The communist government forces strict control over the people.

Fun Facts about China for Kids

1,303,701,000 people live in China.

China has 3,705,405 square miles of land.

People in China speak Mandarin Chinese, Cantonese and other dialects.

Most people are Taoist, Buddhist or Muslim.

People in China can expect to live 71 years.

86 percent of adults can read.

China Vocabulary

1. Porcelain: a type of hard, thin pottery

2. Civilization: community or group of people

3. Dynasty: a family of rulers who rule a country for many years

4. Communism: a system of government in which the government owns all land and property.

All About China Video for Kids

Check out this cool video about China for kids:

This is a video documentary about the history of China, its early dynasties and what the ancient Chinese did that created their empire.

China Q&A

Question: What is the Great Wall of China?

Answer: The Great Wall of China was built more than 2,000 years ago to protect China from invaders. It stretches over 5,000 miles across China. Made from stone, bricks, wood and pressed mud, the wall is 30 feet across at its widest.

Map of China

Here's a map of the country of China and all its cities and villages. Zoom in to get into street level or zoom out to see other countries around China! You can see the terrain, but also see the roads, images of the buildings and even take a 3D tour through the streets of the cities of China, as though you are actually there!

Enjoyed the Easy Earth Science for Kids Website all about China info? Take the FREE & fun all about China quiz and download FREE China worksheet for kids. For lengthy info click here.

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Remember the scene in the Disney movie Jungle Book where Mowgli and some naughty apes race through an abandoned city? Ancient, abandoned cities like the one in the movie really do exist. In Cambodia lies the remains of Angkor, a huge city built by the Khmer Empire between the ninth and 15th century.

The city contains many temples built to worship Hindu gods. It also has huge reservoirs and canals to control the waters that flood Cambodia during monsoon season. Today, people live near Angkor in small villages, but the city is completely empty except for tourists.

Cambodia is a flat, forested land. Most of the people living here are farmers, growing rice, fruit and vegetables. People live in small houses built on stilts to protect them from the floods that come each year.

Cambodia has seen years of war and bloodshed. The Vietnam war trickled into Cambodia in the 1960s and Prince Norodom Sihanouk was removed from power in 1970. A few years later, Pol Pot's Khmer Rouge gained control. This group killed more than 2 million people. Today, Sihanouk is the king again and the country has a constitutional monarchy. The king is the ruler, but he makes decisions with other leaders.

Fun Facts about Cambodia for Kids

13,329,000 people live in Cambodia.

The country has 69,898 square miles of land.

Most people speak Khmer, French and English.

Buddhism is the main religion.

People in Cambodia can expect to live 56 years.

70 percent of adults can read.

Cambodia Vocabulary

All About Cambodia Video for Kids

Watch this awesome Cambodia video for kids:

This is a video presentation showcasing the culture, sites and animals in Cambodia.

Cambodia Q&A

Question: What is Cambodian culture like?

Answer: Cambodia has a rich history and culture. People believe in close families and show respect and courtesy. Cambodian dancers wear brightly colored costumes and perform traditional dances as they have for thousands of years. Cambodia has its own form of martial arts, similar to karate.

Map of Cambodia

Here's a map of the country of Cambodia and all its cities and villages. Zoom in to get into street level or zoom out to see other countries around Cambodia! You can see the terrain, but also see the roads, images of the buildings and even take a 3D tour through the streets of the cities of Cambodia, as though you are actually there!

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Remember the scene in the Disney movie Jungle Book where Mowgli and some naughty apes race through an abandoned city? Ancient, abandoned cities like the one in the movie really do exist. In Cambodia lies the remains of Angkor, a huge city built by the Khmer Empire between the ninth and 15th century.

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Fun Turkey Country Facts for Kids - Interesting Information about Turkey

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Learn some interesting information about Turkey while enjoying a range of fun facts and trivia that's perfect for kids! Read about its population, foods, highest mountain, major cities, climate, economy, favorite sport and much more.

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Have you ever wondered how countries, cities and streets gain their names? Sometimes, places are given descriptive names. The Snake River that runs through the western United States was named because it winds like a snake. Many times, locations are named for people. Ferdinand Magellan landed in the Philippines in 1521, claiming the islands for King Philip II of Spain.

The Philippines belonged to Spain until 1898, when it was given to the United States. It gained its freedom in 1946. It formed a democratic government similar to ours. Since then, the country has endured dictatorship and conflict. In 1986, the widow of a rebel leader, Corazon Aquino, was made president.

The Philippines is an archipelago, or string, of over 7,000 islands. People live on only one-third of the islands. The Philippines have beautiful beaches and coastal areas, as well as hills, valleys and mountains. Many animals live here and thousands of birds flock here every year.

Farmers grow crops, such as sugar cane, bananas, mangoes, coconuts, rice and corn. The Philippines enjoys a higher standard of living than many other countries in Southeast Asia.

Fun Facts about the Philippines for Kids

84,765,000 people live in the Philippines.

The country has 115,831 square miles of land.

People speak Filipino, English and local dialects.

Most people are Roman Catholic. People also belong to the Protestant, Buddhist or Christian faiths.

People in the Philippines can expect to live to be 70.

96 percent of adults can read.

Philippines Vocabulary

Learn More All About Philippines

This is the best video we found for kids to learn about the Philippines:

This video is all about the Philippine's geography, history and politics.

Philippines Q&A

Question: Why do many people in the Philippines have Spanish names?

Answer: When the Spanish government ruled the Philippines, it made a rule that all people must have Spanish last names.

Map of the Philippines

Here's a map of the country of Philippines and all its cities and villages. Zoom in to get into street level or zoom out to see other countries around the Philippines! You can see the terrain, but also see the roads, images of the buildings and even take a 3D tour through the streets of the cities of the Philippines, as though you are actually there!

Enjoyed the Easy Earth Science for Kids Website all about the Philippines info? Take the FREE & fun all about Philippines quiz and download FREE Philippines worksheet for kids. For lengthy info click here.

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Have you ever wondered how countries, cities and streets gain their names? Sometimes, places are given descriptive names. The Snake River that runs through the western United States was named because it winds like a snake. Many times, locations are named for people.

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Many parts of Asia are polluted, poor and crowded, but Singapore is one of the wealthier countries in the region. Singapore is a small island country, situated south of Malaysia. Like other countries in this region, it has a tropical climate - dry and hot for part of the rain, warm and rainy for the rest of the year. The island has coastal plains and flat grasslands. Nature reserves protect monkeys, birds and other native animals.

The first settlers arrived in Singapore in the second century A.D. Sir Thomas Stamford Raffles of the British East India Trading Company bought the island in 1819 and turned it into an important trading port. Singapore has remained an important economic base in Southeast Asia, exporting electronics, computers and other goods. Singapore separated from Great Britain in 1963 and became an independent country in 1965.

Singapore has modern cities, reliable train transportation and clean water and food. Most people have running water and electricity. If you're visiting Southeast Asia, Singapore is a good first stop.

Fun Facts about Singapore for Kids

4,296,000 people live in Singapore.

The country is little more than a large city with only 255 square miles.

People in Singapore speak Chinese, Malay, Tamil and English.

Most people are Buddhist, followed by Muslim, Taoist and Christian.

People in Singapore can expect to live 79 years.

93 percent of adults can read.

Singapore Vocabulary

All About Singapore Video for Kids

This is the best video we found for kids to learn about Singapore:

This is a video documentary of the culture of Singapore.

Singapore Q&A

Question: What is life like in Singapore?

Answer: For hundreds of years, people have immigrated to Singapore from other countries, including China and India. Because of this, Singapore has a rich, diverse culture. Most people speak at least two languages.

Map of Singapore

Here's a map of the country of Singapore and all its cities and villages. Zoom in to get into street level or zoom out to see other countries around Singapore! You can see the terrain, but also see the roads, images of the buildings and even take a 3D tour through the streets of the cities of Singapore, as though you are actually there!

Enjoyed the Geography for Kids all about Singapore info? Take the FREE & fun all about Singapore quiz and download FREE Singapore worksheet for kids. For lengthy info click here.

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Many parts of Asia are polluted, poor and crowded, but Singapore is one of the wealthier countries in the region. Singapore is a small island country, situated south of Malaysia. Like other countries in this region, it has a tropical climate - dry and hot for part of the rain, warm and rainy for the rest of the year.

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Kids learn about the Geography of Singapore. The history, capital, flag, climate, terrain, people, economy, and population.