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Ukrainian History

For Students 9th - 10th
This site features articles from Ukrainian history from different periods including the Cossack and Soviet eras.
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Canby: History of Angkor

For Students 9th - 10th
A comprehensive history of Angkor, the temples, and the rulers who built them over several centuries. There is a nice timeline showing what was built by whom.
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Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Web Japan: History

For Students 3rd - 8th
Check out this chart detailing the major historic events in Japan from its Stone Age beginnings to 2005. There is a column on the chart that shows major world events also for comparison.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: The Great Pyramids of Giza

For Students 6th - 8th
The great pyramids at Giza are one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world. Learn the role the sun played in the construction of the pyramids. Included is a map of where the pyramids are located in Giza, a bibliography for further...
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Metrocosm: Watch as the World's Cities Appear One by One Over 6,000 Years

For Students 9th - 10th
Observe the rise of civilizations from 3500BC to the present with this "living" map. See where the first cities developed and watch as civilizations spread across the world.
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Cosmo Learning

Cosmo Learning: World Civilization Since 1500

For Students 9th - 10th
Twenty-four college video lectures provides an overview of the interactions among seven major cultural traditions (Judeo-Christian, Graeco-Roman, Indian, Chinese, African, Islamic, American Indian), from c.e. 1500.
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Travel Document Systems

Tds: Libya: History

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about the history of Libya from its beginnings as a Phoenician outpost through its control by many governments, its eventual independence, and current government. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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PBS

Wnet: Thirteen: This Just In! Nile Network News Update

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
Site offers interdisciplinary lesson plans on Ancient Egypt.Learners will thoroughly research many aspects of life in Ancient Egypt. Lessons will culminate with students presenting their research findings using, a T.V News Show format....
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: The Great Pyramids of Giza

For Students 9th - 10th
The last remaining of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world, the great pyramids of Giza are perhaps the most famous and discussed structures in history. However, they are threatened by urban encroachment and political chaos. With the...
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Columbia University

Columbia University: Asia for Educators: Timeline of Chinese Inventions

For Students 9th - 10th
This printable timeline details the ancient inventions that dramatically changed Chinese society and the world. Topics include early books, printing techniques, tea, silk, gunpowder, playing cards and paper.
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The History Cat

The History Cat: Birth of Democracy

For Students 9th - 10th
Features a look at democracy in ancient Greece. Discover how it worked and how Athenians prevented corruption.
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World Tang Soo Do Association: Homepage

For Students 9th - 10th
Tang Soo Do is a Korean martial art which teaches empty hand and foot fighting, fighting forms, self-defense, and weapons. Tang Soo Do also teaches people to live a healthy and harmonious life. This ancient martial art traces its lineage...
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Exploring Ancient World Cultures

Exploring Ancient World Cultures: The Historical Context of Bhagavad Gita

For Students 9th - 10th
An essay by Soumen De about why the Gita was written and its philosophies. He shows the Gita's relation to other Indian religious doctrines.
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United Nations

Unesco: Shushtar Historical Hydraulic System

For Students 9th - 10th
The Shushtar Historical Hydraulic System, now a World Heritage Site in Iran, was first built in the 5th century BC, and is still partly operational today. The complexity of this site is testament to the engineering genius of the...
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World History Encyclopedia

World History Encyclopedia: Roman Law

For Students 9th - 10th
Read through the history of the Roman legal system, including the sources of Roman law and its practicalities. Click on the link to the "visual timeline" and see an overview of major implementations, events, and laws as the empire and...
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World History Encyclopedia

World History Encyclopedia: Ancient Greece

For Students 9th - 10th
A good resource for information on Ancient Greece. Delves into the early history, the Mycenaean Civilization and their Gods, the Archaic Period, the Classical Period, and Alexander the Great. Features a timeline of historical facts.
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World History Encyclopedia

World History Encyclopedia: Greek Mathematics

For Students 9th - 10th
Discusses the major cultural influences on the development of mathematics in ancient Greece, and how the Greeks went on to surpass those cultures. The work of the Pythagoreans and of Euclid are described, along with some famous...
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World History Encyclopedia

World History Encyclopedia: Amorite

For Students 9th - 10th
Informative encyclopedia entry on the Amorites and Amorite history. Provides links to related topics for further information.
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World History Encyclopedia

World History Encyclopedia: Greek Astronomy

For Students 9th - 10th
Looks at the history of Greek astronomy from the 4th century BC on, and the major figures who contributed ideas. Includes a timeline of Greek science.
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Andre Dollinger

Reshafim: Egyptians and Foreigners

For Students 9th - 10th
Egyptians' view of the world, geographically and culturally, is discussed in this comprehensive article. Read about what Egyptians adopted from other cultures. Follow hyperlinks for more information. Links are provided for additional...
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World History Encyclopedia

World History Encyclopedia: Aedile

For Students 9th - 10th
Encyclopedia entry with illustrations and timeline describes the role of Aedile in the Roman Republic.
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World History Encyclopedia

World History Encyclopedia: Angitia

For Students 9th - 10th
Entry investigates the myths associated with the Roman goddess Angitia in mythology.
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World History Encyclopedia

World History Encyclopedia: Greek Science

For Students 9th - 10th
Looks at the history of Greek science from the 7th century on, and the major figures who contributed ideas. Includes a timeline of Greek science.
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World History Encyclopedia

World History Encyclopedia: Amaterasu

For Students 9th - 10th
Reference page on Amaterasu Omikami, provides information on the history and meaning of the most important deity in the Shinto religion. With links to furhter reading.

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