Syria (country study)

Let’s get to know Syria!

Discover the rich history, diverse culture, and complex modern story of Syria with this engaging 20-page country study. Designed for upper elementary, middle school, and homeschool learners, this resource introduces students to one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited regions.

Available in both PDF and Google Slides formats, this versatile workbook is ideal for classroom instruction, independent learning, and digital assignments. Students will explore Syria through a wide range of topics, including its geography, ancient civilizations, modern history, the Syrian Civil War, the rise of Islamic State, cultural traditions, famous attractions, and reflection activities.

Each section features informative reading passages paired with close reading activities that encourage critical thinking and deeper understanding. To keep learning interactive and enjoyable, the resource also includes a variety of puzzles and review activities, such as crosswords, word searches, matching exercises, and more.

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Overview:
Page 1-2: Introduction
Page 3-4: Geography
Page 5-6: Ancient History
Page 7-8: Modern History
Page 9-10: The Syrian Civil War
Page 11-12: Islamic State
Page 13-16: Culture
Page 17-18: Attractions
Page 19-20: Reflection

Keywords:
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