Belize
Belize is a nation on the eastern coast of Central America, with Caribbean Sea shorelines to the east and dense jungle to the west. Offshore, the massive Belize Barrier Reef, dotted with hundreds of low-lying islands called cayes, hosts rich marine life.
History of Belize
Learn a little more about Belizean history by clicking on the line below.
Learn a little more about Belizean history by clicking on the line below.
Belizean History
Belizean Flag
Belizean Historical Museum
Mayan History of Belize
What is one interesting fact that you have learned about Belize so far?
Things to Do
Now that you have learned the history of Belize, it’s time to learn of exciting places that Belize is known for.
The ATM Cave | The Great Blue Hole | The Belize Barrier Reef |
Touring Xunantunich (Mayan Ruins) | The Belize Zoo | |
Snorkeling with Nurse Sharks at Hol Chan Marine Reserve and Shark Ray Alley |
Places of Interest
Now that you have taken a virtual tour of hot spots in Belize, which places do you want to visit in person. Tell why!
Food
Click on the link below to learn about Belizean cuisine. What to eat in Belize after watching the video on Belizean food, what dish do you want to try? I would like to try...
Belizean Flag
What are 3 facts you learned about the Belizean flag?
Birds of Belize
Click the link to learn more about Exotic Belizean Birds. What bird do you want to see in Belize?
Animals of Belize
Click on the link below to learn about exotic animals in the jungles of Belize.
Read More About Belize
Use the information from the reading to help plan your Belizean vacation of a lifetime.
Show What You Know
You have explored many aspects of Belize. Choose one or all of the following to represent your new learning. Draw a picture of your favorite fact about Belize.
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Write 3 things you learned.
- How would you travel to Belize in car, plane or boat. Tell why.
- Come up with an itinerary for your vacation including activities and meals for the day.
- Create a Postcard. Who would you send it to? What would you tell them?