Country Profiles: Finland Webquest Worksheet

This worksheet on Finland allows students to investigate the country’s geography, government, economy, and culture through structured research and reflection. Students begin with basic information such as the capital city Helsinki, official languages (Finnish and Swedish), approximate population, and currency (euro). The geography section highlights Finland’s location in Northern Europe, bordered by Sweden, Norway, Russia, and the Baltic Sea, with notable features including thousands of lakes, vast forests, and Arctic Lapland. Government and politics introduces Finland’s parliamentary republic, current leaders, and national symbols like the flag and anthem. The economy section emphasizes industries such as technology (Nokia), forestry, renewable energy, education, and services. The culture and society portion explores major religions (Christianity, especially Lutheranism), Finnish foods like karjalanpiirakka, celebrations like Juhannus (midsummer), famous contributions in design, architecture, and classical music, and traditions such as the sauna. Tourism highlights include Lapland, the Northern Lights, Helsinki’s historic sites, and the country’s many national parks. Reflection questions invite students to consider how Finland’s geography and values of equality and innovation shape life and its role in the global community.

Keywords: Finland, Helsinki, Northern Europe, Baltic Sea, Lapland, Northern Lights, lakes, forests, technology, Nokia, forestry, renewable energy, education, Lutheran Christianity, sauna, culture, tourism, economy, geography, Model United Nations (MUN), reflection