Your task is to become a geographer. This means that you will investigate Laos as a “native” providing your group with the information on the country’s climate, location, landforms, housing and transportation. As an “expert” on the geography of Laos you will be able to contribute the background settings for your group’s story. So put on your shorts and grab a hat because it’s very hot where you’re going!

WEB SITES TO VISIT:
These websites were specially chosen just for you! By visiting these sites you will be able to convince your group as well as your classmates that you really are a whiz when it comes to Hmong geographic information. Good Luck!

Geography of Laos

Vientiane

Attractions in Vientiane

Plain of Jars

Geographical Information

Climate

Transportation

General Information

Photo Gallery

Map of Laos

Transportation

Something for Everyone!

Photos

The Meaning of Hmong

Hmong Origins

Hmong folktale

Timeline of Hmong history

Hmong v. American

Communicating with the Hmong

Scenery photos

Facts at a Glance

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Photographs courtesy of Andy Carvin and Suzanne Cornwall: The Children of Southeast Asia: Susanne and Andy