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Countries of the World

Each country in the world is distinct in its own way. This topic covers countries and their geography, history, government, demographics, economy, trade, culture, literature, education, anthem, flag, landmarks and important cities. SCIS no. 1807255

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Anuanua, Pasifika

Anuanua, Pasifika

The Cook Islands Anuanua Dance Troupe is shown here at Auckland's Pasifika Festival, at which the troupe performs regularly. Anuanua was set up in 1992 and specialises in traditional dance and drum...

Intrepid journeys

Intrepid journeys

Intrepid Journeys is New Zealand's most successful travel show by far. Over nine seasons, Kiwi celebrities (from All Blacks to musicians and actors) left home to take the less-travelled path in var...

Tahiti group

Tahiti group waiting to perform in Utulei, Pago Pago, at the 10th Pacific Arts Festival, American Samoa. Photograph taken 29 July 2008 by Julia Brooke-White. Inscriptions: On slide mount: Tahiti w...

Cultural troupe, Lower Hutt

Cultural troupe, Lower Hutt

These members of a Singaporean cultural group were photographed in the streets of Lower Hutt, near Wellington, in 1993. Choy Yien Chow (left) is dressed as a Chinese general. Lim Chin Chooe is in t...

Tatau - Samoan tattooing

It's often a painful experience getting a tattoo; curator Sean Mallon explains why it is so important in Samoan culture.

Bollywood meets kapa haka

Bollywood meets kapa haka

Indian stars Ravi Deja and Assin (at left) were joined by members of the Queenstown Māori Performance Group in a dance during a break in their filming schedule in 2003. The Indian performers were f...

Ear piercing ceremony

Ear piercing ceremony

Image of an ear piercing ceremony.

China Series: dumplings, food preparation, Peking

China Series: dumplings, food preparation, Peking

Image of people preparing Chinese dumplings.

Samoan language week

Samoan language week

Samoan Language week display at Shirley Library.

Island style: Dancing the Pacific

Island style: Dancing the Pacific

Exhibition at the Turnbull Gallery, Level 1, Alexander Turnbull Library, National Library Building, Corner of Molesworth & Aitken Streets, Wellington. This digital set is a selection of ima...

Italian festival

Italian festival

This poster was produced by Wellington’s Club Garibaldi for the 2004 Italian festival. The event attracts large crowds who come to enjoy the food and cultural displays presented by the Italian comm...

International Festival of the Arts, 2012

International Festival of the Arts, 2012

Since 1986 Wellington's biennial festival of the arts has provided an opportunity for audiences to enjoy a wide range of performances and exhibitions from around the world. This clip provides a sm...

Cultural festivals

Cultural festivals

The Festival of Asia brings artists from overseas to perform in New Zealand. One of the aims of the festival is to foster understanding between Asian and non-Asian New Zealanders. These students fr...

Glittering cup opening ceremony

Article about the Cricket World Cup opening ceremony in Christchurch.

Hair cutting ceremony

Hair cutting ceremony

Image of a hair cutting ceremony, from the pacific islands.

Japanese costume

Japanese costume

Image of a traditional Japanese costume.

International trade

International trade

Countries have different natural and human resources. This means they can produce some items that other countries can’t. So countries will trade when they do not have enough materials resources to ...

The British Empire and allies glorious triumph; the flags of freedom, liberty and justice, 1914-1919

The British Empire and allies glorious triumph; the flags of freedom, liberty and justice, 1914-1919

Flags have been used for over 3000 years, for many different purposes including communication, advertising and identification.

The Summer Olympics is held every four years in different cities around the world, with the aim of bringing nations together in peace to celebrate sport.

Dancers at the Irish national feis

Dancers at the Irish national feis

Almost every culture in the world has their own form of dance. These are reflected in traditional costumes, music and dance steps. Dances is performed for many reasons such as, to tell stories, cel...

A Somali refugee family

A Somali refugee family

The first Somali refugees came to New Zealand in 1993. Over the last 15 or so years, a large number of refugees entering New Zealand (like Abdi Mohamed, his wife and 11 children in the above photog...

God Defend New Zealand : national anthem

God Defend New Zealand : national anthem

A country’s national anthem is important as it is also a symbol of national identity, one recognised throughout the world. All countries have a national anthem. They are usually played and sung dur...

CIA world factbook

This site provides information on history, people, government, economy, geography of the world’s counties.

Seven natural wonders

This site contains information about the Natural Wonders of the world.

Food in every country

This site contains information about food from all around the world, including recipes.

Mocomi- festivals for kids

Mocomi provides interactive information on a wide range of world festivals.

Children's Digital Library Foundation

A free collection of excellent children’s books from throughout the world.

Video of Jalikunda drumming at the Montserrat African music festival.

Encyclopaedia Mythica

This comprehensive website contains information about myths, folklore and religion from all over the world.

World food recipes

A collection of recipes from different parts of the world, by Jamie Oliver.

Sakura – Japanese folk music

Japanese folk music.

National anthems

This site provides background information on over 400 national anthems from around the world.

Traditional dress around the world

A look at traditional clothes worn around the world.

World cultural dance

This site includes information about dances from around the world, including videos.

National costumes of the world

A gallery of items related to national costumes of the world.

How the Coyote got his cunning

Native American folktale about the creation of the world and the ranking of all its creatures.

Schools around the world

In the run-up to UN World Teachers’ Day on 5 October, Reuters photographers have documented schools around the world.

One World nations online

This site contains a broad range of information about the different countries of the world.

Fact monster – countries of the world

Provides a range of information on countries of the world.

A collection of images of bank notes from many different countries.

What's in a flag's design and history?

A new infographic by a pair of Danish designers has everything you never knew you wanted to know about the world’s flags.

World Art Day is celebrated on 15 April each year. UNESCO declared it as a day for sustainable development of art as a reflection of a diverse world and culture.

Diverse religions in New Zealand

These religions reflect the range of immigrants who have settled in New Zealand.

The World's Indigenous Peoples

August 9 marks the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples.

National Geographic kids: discover

This is where you can discover some of the coolest facts for kids from around our planet.

Kids from around the world share their favourite things.

Kids world travel guide

See the world through children’s eyes.

Uncle Tino School Journal. September 2012

Jesse and Jonas learn that getting to know their own culture is important and respectful.

Cultural diversity role brings communities together

A cultural diversity facilitator at Riccarton High School brings a school community closer.

Uncle Tino School Journal. September 2012 Cultural diversity role brings communities together .

A cultural diversity facilitator at Riccarton High School brings a school community closer.

Different faces

A 1970 advertisement by Gregg’s instant coffee shows the many races that make up New Zealand’s cultural landscape.

A range of stories based on Asian cultures represented in New Zealand’s art, news, travel and business.

Out of many festivals

A Multicultural Festival of Music, Dance, and Story, January 17-19, 2009 at the Smithsonian Museum.

Multiculturalism (TMCC17)

View or print this curiosity card about Multiculturism. Use the card’s fertile questions to inspire inquiry.

A country like mine: School Journal Year 6 Part 03 No.01: 2008

The life of a young ten-year-old is shown to be similar and different to life of children in New Zealand. Comparisons show that life can be similar and different for children living in Iran and N...

The name game School Journal. May: 2019

A teacher struggles to pronounce the name of one of her students but gets it right in the end.

An article about world music.

Encyclopedia of Cultures and Daily Life

Find this encyclopedia on Gale Books and Authors on EPIC. School login may be required.

Find more information on countries of the world using EPIC. Databases recommended: Britannica School, Global Issues (Gale in Context and National Geographic Kids. School login maybe required.

Hong Kong Explained Video

Hong Kong Explained Video

For nine consecutive weeks mass protests have taken place in Hong Kong. Over the last few days the action's ramped up - with a call for a general strike causing widespread disruption. Initially the...

Indian crafts on display at Diwali 2015.

Indian crafts on display at Diwali 2015.

View of traditional Indian crafts, showing rangoli patterned decorations, on display at the 2015 Diwali Festival celebrations.

Rangoli art on display at Diwali 2015.

Rangoli art on display at Diwali 2015.

View of Rangoli art on display at the 2015 Diwali Festival celebrations, held in Aotea Square.

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