World Atlas
World Atlas: Mexico
Provided here is a description of Mexico's geography including its mountain ranges, coastal plains, plateaus, volcanoes and peninsulas.
New Advent
Catholic Encyclopedia: Mexico
This site from The New Advent gives information about the history and involvement of the Catholic Church in this Latin American country. Please note that "The Catholic Encyclopedia" is a historic reference source and should be viewed in...
New Advent
Catholic Encyclopedia: Archdiocese of Mexico
This is a short overview of the history and structure of the Catholic Archdiocese of Mexico. Please note that "The Catholic Encyclopedia" is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of resource material dated 1911.
New Advent
Catholic Encyclopedia: Shrine of Guadalupe
This is a short review from The New Advent of a famous Catholic shrine in Mexico where the Blessed Mother appeared to a Mexican peasant. Please note that this information is from the historic Catholic Encyclopedia and reflects opinions...
Other
El Estado De Tabasco
Official site of the State of Tabasco. The site covers the structure of the government, tourist and cultural guide, links to municipalities, and news.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: Christmas in Mexico
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart provides a fun way to for students to learn about Christmas in Mexico.
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Class Flow: Countries Mexico
[Free Registration/Login Required] This colorful flipchart discusses Mexico - the people, food, and things that it is noted for. It compares the daily lives and customs such as birthdays and religious holidays of children in the United...
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Class Flow: Destination: Mexico!
[Free Registration/Login Required] Students will travel on a mock flight to Mexico to learn more about the Mexican way of life.
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Class Flow: Diego Rivera Murals
[Free Registration/Login Required] This is a colorful and interactive flipchart exploring the murals of Diego Rivera.
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Class Flow: Mexico Review
[Free Registration/Login Required] Activotes are used in this review lesson to assess student's understanding of geographical features and unemployment in Mexico.
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Catholic Culture: News: Mexico Population Becoming Elderly
A news article explaining how Mexico's population is expected to increase among elders and decrease in relation to children because fertility rates have decreased over the past 25 years.
Study Languages
Study Spanish: Los Conquistadores
This resource on Spanish conquistadors focuses on Cortes, Alvarado and Pizarro. Additional links are provided for more information on this topic. Great reading selection for beginning and intermediate Spanish students.
Study Languages
Study Spanish: La Peninsula De Yucatan
This site has a cultural explanation in Spanish or English with a few comprehension questions about the Yucatan peninsula. Additional links are provided for more information on this topic. Great reading selection for beginning and...
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Texas Bob: The Treaty of Velasco May 14, 1836
See the articles of the Treaty of Velasco reprinted in their entirety, which were written to be the first steps toward the official recognition of the Texas Republic's independence.
Lin and Don Donn
Lin and Don Donn: Mexico's Drive to Independence
Personal site from Don Donn dedicated entirely to Mexico's drive for independence. It is divided into sections that talk about events leading to Mexican independence, biographies on prominent figures in the uprising, and it also contains...
Other
The Pacific Coast of Oaxaca
This page contains information about the state of Oaxaca and information on the towns of Huatulco, Puerto Angel, Zipolite, and Puerto Escondido and other nearby areas. Contains a good but quick overview of the area.
Other
Cancun: The Yucatan Peninsula
Description of the region of the Yucatan Peninsula giving information on the climate, location, and history of the area.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Aztec Empire for Kids: Society
Students can study the society of the Aztec Empire including their social structure and classes on this site.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Aztec Empire for Kids: Daily Life
Study the daily life of people during the Aztec Empire including food, clothing, housing, and education on this site.
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Ducksters: Aztec Empire for Kids: Art
Kids learn about arts and crafts during the Aztec Empire including poetry, music, sculpture, pottery, and feather-work on this site.
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Ducksters: Aztec Empire for Kids: Spanish Conquest
Kids learn about the Spanish Conquest of the Aztec Empire including Hernan Cortes and Montezuma II on this site.
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Ducksters: Aztec Empire for Kids: Tenochtitlan
On this site, students learn about Tenochtitlan, the capital city of the Aztec Empire built upon an island.
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Ducksters: Aztec Empire for Kids: Writing and Technology
Kids learn about the writing and technology of the Aztec Empire including their calendar, agriculture, and medicine on this site.
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Ducksters: Aztec Empire for Kids: Glossary and Terms
Sites contain a glossary and terms which includes important words to know for the Aztec Empire.