Read Works
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.
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Canadian Centre for Architecture
This site looks at the history and present day status of architecture in Canada. Includes many interesting articles.
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.
Better Lesson
Better Lesson: Searching for Shapes in Architecture (Day 1)
Learning the names and attributes of polygons while looking at buildings of the world will make them unforgettable!
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.
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.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: Ancient Asian Architecture
History for Kids presents a history of ancient Asian architecture. Students learn about the structure, cities and buildings of the cultures of the ancient Indus Valley.
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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.
Department of Defense
Do Dea: Spanish 3: Unit 7: La Casa
In this learning module, students learn how to talk about their home and things they have there, how the architecture of Argentina compared to that of the United States, past and present events in Argentina, and methods of travel....
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...
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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: American Samoa
Great resource that is full of useful information about the Territory of American Samoa. Content includes geography, environment, architecture, religion, food, history, economy, arts, sports, and news. Be sure to look at the fact sheet...
Foundation for the Advancement of Mesoamerican Studies
Famsi: Proyecto Santa Barbara, Yucatan, Mx (2001)
Structures documented indicate Puuc style architecture.
World InfoZone
World Info Zone: Uruguay
Thorough overview of information on the South American country of Uruguay. Subjects include geography, architecture, languages, food, economy, sports, environment, population, religion, history, arts, and holidays. Be sure to look at the...
BBC
Bbc: Bitesize: What Do We Know About Ancient Greek Culture?
Learn about ancient Greek culture including the theatre, architecture, sculpture, pottery, and festivals.
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Memorial Hall Museum: Wells Thorn House: 1600 1740: Early Colonial Style
Useful tool for investigating an early type of American colonial architecture based on English post-medieval style. Roll over the photograph of the oldest wing of the Wells-Thorn House to isolate architectural design elements and learn...
Emory University
Emory University: Odyssey Online: Greece: Treasury of the Athenians
Reviews the basics with respect to Greek architectural orders, including the Doric order of architecture as demonstrated by the Athenian Treasury at Delphi.
Stephen Byrne
History for Kids: The Ancient Greek House
History for kids teaches us about the style, architecture and materials used to make houses in ancient Greece. With animated images and writing designed to appeal to elementary age students.
Britain Express
Britain Express: Anglo Saxon Churches
This site describes the Anglo-Saxon influence on the development of medieval church architecture. Information about where some of the churches are today and the styles of the windows, crosses, and towers. Has links to more information on...
Texas Education Agency
Texas Gateway: Using Geometric Concepts and Properties to Solve Problems
Given pictorial representations, the student will use geometric concepts and properties to solve problems from art and architecture.
San Jose State University
San Jose State University: Chartres Cathedral
A brilliant look at one of the most intriguing cathedrals in France, Chartres. The resource is designed to give you a virtual tour through this incredible structure. View in person photographs taken as if you were truly inside the...
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