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Read Works: Religion and Architecture: A History of Great Buildings
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about important architecture throughout history. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Washington State University
Washington State University: Architecture in the Italian Renaissance
This site contains information on how Italian Renaissance architecture found its roots in the ancient world, the principles it rested on, and some key figures in its development.
Boston College
Boston College: Styles in American Architecture
Access university course materials consisting of a short introduction to the architectural concept of style and an inventory of images of different styles of architecture seen in American architecture from the 17th century forward.
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History of Roman Architecture: Pont Du Gard
Great information about the Pont du Gard, as well as some great photographs. Very nice and informative site.
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Net Serf: Medieval Architecture
This site provides links and descriptions to sites covering all aspects of medieval life, including architecture.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Ancient Greek Architecture
Wonderful overivew of the architecture of ancient and classical Greece provides information and examples for kids of Greek buildings and the three main styles. Resources include worksheets, activities, and quizzes.
Mocomi & Anibrain Digital Technologies
Mocomi: Sir Dig a Lot: History Mysteries: Greek Architecture
Journey with Sir Dig-a-Lot and Rohan as they explore the ins and outs of Greek Architecture.
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Maya Architecture: Evolution, Structure and Diversity of a Civilization
A comprehensive look at Mayan architecture with many diagrams and photos.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Ancient Chinese Architecture
Reference material gives us an overview of the architecture of ancient China, including the Great Wall, Forbidden City and religious temples.
PBS
Pbs Teachers: Architecture: Community Geometry
Identify architectural structures and objects in the community that represent different figures and types of geometry and mathematics.
Mocomi & Anibrain Digital Technologies
Mocomi: Sir Dig a Lot: Ancient Roman Art and Architecture
Take a tour with Sir Dig-a-Lot as he explains features of ancient Roman architecture.
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History of Gothic Architecture: Reims Cathedral
This brief history of the cathedral with pictures also features the dimensions and an analysis of the architecture.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Maya Civilization for Kids: Pyramids and Architecture
Study the pyramids and architecture of the Maya civilization including El Castillo, the kings' palaces, and ball courts on this website.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: How Architecture Helped Music Evolve
As his career grew, David Byrne went from playing CBGB to Carnegie Hall. He asks: Does the venue make the music? From outdoor drumming to Wagnerian operas to arena rock, he explores how context has pushed musical innovation. [16:00]
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Colemman Hollister House: Federal Style 1780 1820
Useful tool for investigating Federal style architectural elements. The interactive image of the Coleman House isolates architectural design elements. Don't miss the resources at the "in the classroom" link.
Department of Defense
Do Dea: Spanish 2: Unit 6: La Casa
In this sixth unit of an intermediate Spanish course, students learn about Hispanic homes and architecture. As they listen, speak, and write about houses, they will use related vocabulary, e.g., furniture, floors, and housekeeping...
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Memorial Hall Museum: Wells Thorn House: 1711 80: American Georgian Style
Interactive tool lets you examine the architectural elements of an American Georgian-period home. Learn how the door, windows, roof, painted clapboards, and chimney of a Georgian-style update to the Wells-Thorn House reflect Georgian...
Curated OER
Chartes: Architectural History and Pictures
This site has some very good pictures of the different aspects of the cathedral as well as explanatory text.
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Sceno Plus: Creating Theatrical Spaces
Sceno Plus is an architectural firm that specializes in theater design. At their site you can find out all about the company and examples of their work.
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Turizm.net: Byzantine Remnants in Anatolia & Ankara
Check out this site for a description of Byzantine architectural ruins found throughout the former Byzantine Empire, particularly modern Anatolia and Ankara (Turkey).
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World Wide Web Virtual Library: Civil Engineering
This site is an online library of information about civil engineering.
World InfoZone
World Info Zone: Cayman Islands
Great resource that is full of background and current information about the Cayman Islands which is in the Caribbean. Content includes geography, environment, architecture, religion, food, history, economy, arts, sports, and news. Be...
World InfoZone
World Info Zone: Anguilla
Great resource that is full of useful information about the Territory of Anguilla in the Caribbean. Content includes geography, environment, architecture, religion, food, history, economy, arts, sports, and news. Be sure to look at the...
World InfoZone
World Infozone: Bangladesh
Great compilation of subjects about the Asian country of Bangladesh. Discussions include geography, environment, architecture, population, languages, religion, food, history, economy, arts, sports, and holidays.
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