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English Class Assignments Endangered Species Websites
http://animals.nationalgeographic.com/animals/conservation/?source=NavAniPhoto
http://animal.discovery.com/guides/endangered/endangered.html
http://www.defenders.org/wildlife_and_habitat/index.php
http://www.earthsendangered.com/index_s.asp
Intermediate ELL English: http://www.ahsd25.k12.il.us/Curriculum%20Info/NativeAmericans/index.html What do we want to know about Native Americans? History:
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Cultural Timeline ELL
Find out about the early
Aztecs, their gods, their great city, the This site will tell you about
the location and expansion of this empire, how the society was organized and
led, how they approached warfare, their religious beliefs, and how the empire
finally fell to the Spaniards. There are images of Aztec artifacts. Included is information about
the Aztec history, religion, society, economy, and writing. Tour many of Browse this index of maps of
China to locate diverse information about the country. Click on a map to
explore the information. There are facts about location,
geographic coordinates, area of the country in square kilometers, land
boundaries, and climate and natural resources. You can also link to other facts
about China, including the population, government, economy, and military. This site provides an overview
of the history of China. A timeline of Chinese history is set up on a grid
(scroll down) and additional information on each period many be viewed by
clicking on the title.
Items explored are the Swahili
language, trade networks and traditional economies, former kingdoms and modern
day politics, animal research, human origins, and geological features.
Countries existing within the region are discussed elsewhere in the site. This web site contains informational
resources for learning more about various aspects of the history of East
Africa. Contains recent news articles
from the region.
Topics include pharaohs,
pyramids, and hieroglyphic inscriptions. Several photographic images complement
the text and help you see some images from this ancient civilization. Explore the art and culture of
the ancient Egyptians and learn how it impacted their daily life. Use the map to locate some of
Egypt's most interesting places. Click on each place to see a photo and to get
information. A timeline shares major events in Egypt's history beginning with
the building of the Sphinx in Ancient Egypt. Explore Egypt's many tourist
attractions and enjoy the magnificent scenery. In addition to providing
practical travel information, this site also gives in-depth information on
Egypt's history.
A timeline follows the history
from the Roman invasion in 55 B.C. to the monarchy we know today. Sights to see
include the locations of London, Liverpool, Cambridge, Bath, and Stratford. England is known for it great
art and rich culture. You will find information about their artistic
contributions, famous writers, notorious cuisine and architecture. This site talks about some of
the more significant areas of Medieval architecture, including the art in the
middle ages, church sculpture, the Romanesque Period, the Gothic Style, the
Medieval Church, Medieval schools and universities, a glossary of medieval
church architecture and other significant structures that are unique to the
time period. Take a look at their history
and learn when the different areas, such as England, Wales, Scotland and
Northern Ireland became part of the UK. You will also find information about
their geography, society, education and more. From France's national library,
choose from four different time periods to get an overview of the rulers for
each one. For each period of history, you can see and read about items that
were important to the rulers. There are manuscripts, maps, coins, and works of
art. The Library of Congress
operates this web site pertaining to governing of France. Beautiful images,
paintings, sketches, sculpture, and coins can be viewed with accompanying text
describing the activities of the government of the period.
Discover the history of Archaic
and Classical Greece, Greek philosophy, and Greek drama. The Greek Dark Ages
were from 1200 to 750 B.C.; Greeks took to the sea, or lived a nomadic or
agricultural life. Then the city-state was developed, each with a central city.
Beginning as monarchies, they eventually became oligarchies or democracies, and
the population grew. Sparta and Athens became powerful city-states. The
Hellenistic Age was the "age of the Greeks," when Greek power,
politics, law, religion, literature, philosophy, religion, and art influenced
the civilizations and cultures of the known world.
Find a variety of resources and
websites about ancient Greece. Visit virtual museums to learn about Greek
civilization, the Bronze Age, Olympic Games, and Greek helmets and shields.
Take an online tour of famous Greek sites like ancient Athens, Acropolis, the
Parthenon, and other towns and temples. Learn about the history of ancient
Greece and Greek civilization. Find out how pottery was painted or triremes and
other ships were built. Discover an overview of Greek naval tactics and
military strategies. Click on the city names to
learn about famous tourist attractions and the culture of Greece today. Links for the history, places
to visit and the culture of the Incas. One stop research!
This site tells you about the
important historical events that relate to India's environment, religion, food,
clothing, art, people, science, and architecture. You will also find the
timeline on the web site helpful as it takes you through several periods of
time in India's past. Learn about the Mogul Empire.
Did you know that the word "Mogul" is a slight deviation of the word
"Mongol?" Do you know why? The founder of the Mogul Empire was a descendant
of Mongol leaders. His name was Babur, and he was not only a great soldier but
also a man of culture. Topics included are: Indus
Valley Cultures, The Vedic Age, The Formation of Religious Traditions, Medieval
India, Greek and Chinese Sources on India, Muslim Era India, The Western
Intrusion, Indian Nationalism, India and Pakistan since Independence,
Bangladesh, Burma, Sri Lanka, and Indian Genders and Sexualities. Click on the red dots to find
information about these famous places in India. Read about Muhammad, the
Classical Period, the Mutazilites, Medieval Philosophy, Sufism, Shiites ad
other sects of religion. Look for links to the history
of Islam. The art of Islam is
representative of the culture and religion that exists in the Islamic areas of
the world. As a result, studying the works of art from Islam can give a good
insight to the culture of the area itself. Visit this web site and read
about famous Muslims. Learn about the twenty five prophets in the Quran. See
who made the sites "Five Greatest Persons in all Human History" list.
Read about great Muslim women. Additionally, study the life of Muhammad; learn
about his family, his companions, and his successors.
Learn about the land and
people, their economy and history in this encyclopedia article. Includes articles about the
history of the Mali Empire and its effect on the country of Mali today. Click on People, Languages,
Religion, Cooking and Recipes, Music, or Arts & Crafts The history of the Empire of
Mali is tales from the storytellers called Griots of ancient Mali. The Mali
Empire (1235-1670) was founded by Sundiata Keita, a ruler known for his
generosity and wealth. Archeologists are unearthing
ancient Mayan buildings to learn about their culture and daily lives. Have you ever wanted to visit
some Mayan ruins and discover more about his ancient civilization? Then come
and explore the ancient city of Tikal, one of Guatemala's largest tourist
attractions. Your journey will allow you to examine the temples, treasures, and
culture of this Mayan community. Scroll down to the map and click on the blue
dots Click on the picture map to
link to pictures of the ruins and a description of them.
Read about explorers of North America
and how the land was settled. 1492: An Ongoing Voyage is an
exhibit of the Library of Congress. The exhibition examines the first sustained
contacts between American people and European explorers, conquerors and
settlers from 1492 to 1600. During this period, in the wake of Columbus's
voyages, Africans also arrived in the hemisphere, usually as slaves. All of
these encounters, some brutal and traumatic, others more gradual, irreversibly
changed the way in which peoples in the Americas led their lives. The dramatic
events following 1492 set the stage for numerous cultural interactions in the
Americas which are still in progress - a complex and ongoing voyage. Read all
about this early history at this web site. From the European Age of Discoveries
to the work of Lewis and Clark, this Library of Congress web site recounts the
discovery and exploration of the United States using both maps and manuscripts.
The timeline spans from the early 15th century's quest to map the continents
all the way through the early 19th century's desire to document the contents of
those continents. You can search the index by keyword, or look through the
subject indexes.
Information about the
indigenous people of North America can be found at the Native America Indian
Resources page. You can start by looking through the maps page that has links
to environmental threats, Native nations before and after European contact, and
informative essays to explain it all. Native Americans are
responsible for many inventions that are used today around the world. Maps from the various years as
the colonists moved westward.
Have you ever heard of the
islands of French Polynesia? "The term French Polynesia is applied to the
scattered French possessions in the South Pacific", which includes the
popular island of Tahiti. On this web site you can read through the history of
French Polynesia and Tahiti. The history of French Polynesia
as early as 1797 and until 1977 is outlined at this site. Learn when Europeans
first discovered the islands and when the islands first came under French rule.
The influence of French Catholic missionaries is described. Find out when the
capital of Tahiti was established. Discover two important events that happened
in the early 1990s. Several key people in the island's history are mentioned.
There is a timeline of events. One hundred and eighteen
volcanic and coral islands and atolls make up French Polynesia. This BBC site
describes the five island groups in the South Pacific Ocean that are possessed
by the country of France. An overview explains the history of the island and
its independence movements. Discover why nuclear testing has been a source of
conflict between France and French Polynesia.
From ancient Persia to
contemporary Iran From 1779 and the Qajar Dynasty
forward in time Ancient pottery as well as
modern photos
Read a general discussion of
Rome's history, including its architecture and population. Then, scroll down
this page to find discussions grouped in these areas: "Historical and
cultural context," "Social structure," "Customs and daily
life," which describes clothing, dining, and education,
"Language," "The arts," which describes literature, visual
arts, and architecture, "Sports and education," and
"Religion." Throughout this article, find an abundance of in-text
links to definitions and explanations of relevant terms. The next best thing to
traveling to Rome! This site features a virtual tour of Rome that includes over
80 pictures of places and detailed descriptions of the history of the sites. The Roman Empire was based on a
culture and civilization that is still with us today in many of our
institutions. Come and explore this fascinating world. Learn how the Empire
grew and was maintained. Meet some of the people who lived there; the rulers,
soldiers, craftsmen, and slaves. Read about the daily life, both public and private,
of its citizens and how they developed the Latin alphabet that is still used
today. You can study the Roman gods and goddesses and find out what religious
beliefs Romans practiced over time.
This site explores Russia's
rich history, from ancient times when cities and ancient kingdoms came together
to form the country to the rise and fall of the Soviet Union. Also includes
links to maps and visiting Russia today.
Includes maps, photographs, and
links to dozens of sites about South Africa. There are profiles of the
president, the ambassador, and of Nelson Mandela. The researcher can locate
many facts and statistics about the country and its government, economy,
health, education, and culture.
This site focuses on the
inhabitants of the region, occupation by other nations/groups, and relations with
other nations. Read detailed excerpts from
Spain's history, including colonization and invasion by various groups. Links provide
the opportunity to learn about the geography, culture, government, economy,
transportation, and much more concerning this country of the Iberian Peninsula. General information as well as
Fiestas, Folklore, Bullfights and Flamenco dancing! The
Great Gatsby WebQuest USC: F. Scott Fitzgerald
Centenary Home Page The Jazz Age:
Flapper Culture and Style AntiqueAutomobiles,
Classic Radio, Jazz and Vaudeville Links to background
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