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US Army Center

U.s. Army Center of Military History: Defense of the Americas 7 December 1941 2 September 1945

For Students 9th - 10th
This brochure from the Army's Center of Military History gives an extensive account of the little-reported on American theater of World War II. Read about the preparations for hemispheric defense, the few breaches of the defense, and the...
Handout
Wikimedia

Wikipedia: History of Nicaragua

For Students 9th - 10th
Delve into the rich history of this Central American country. Learn much about Nicaragua's early explorations, the Somozas, and America's involvement in the country.
Primary
Teaching American History

Teaching American History: Religion in America: 25 Core Documents

For Students 9th - 10th
A collection of 25 primary documents traces some of the central themes in the long, complex story of religion and politics in American history. Investigate the documents to comprehend religion and its relationship to American life.
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Other

Brooklyn Expedition: Latin America

For Students 9th - 10th
Excellent site about Latin America from the Brooklyn Children's Museum. Explore ancient beliefs and rituals, celebrations, culture, the land, animals, and the history of Latin America.
Unit Plan
Library of Congress

Loc: The Cultures and Histories of the Americas

For Students 9th - 10th
An online exhibit of a vast array of documents, artifacts, and maps detailing cultures in the Americas including the indigenous groups as well as Europeans after contact. From the Library of Congress.
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A&E Television

History.com: Black History Milestones

For Students 9th - 10th
A detailed account of the history of African Americans is presented in this article. Divided by main topics or periods of time, the coming of slavery to America is the first focus. Followed by plantation life and escapes to freedom and...
Website
Ducksters

Ducksters: Geography for Kids: Central America and the Caribbean

For Students 9th - 10th
On this site, study the geography of the countries of Central America and the Caribbean. Facts such as flags, maps, exports, natural resources, and languages.
Online Course
Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Mit: Open Course Ware: Modern Latin America, 1808 Present

For Teachers 9th - 10th
MIT offers an exhaustive collection of materials covering Latin American culture and politics from 1808 through the present and is accompanied with homework/exam possibilities. Issues covered in lecture notes and readings include Latin...
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University of Oregon

Mapping History: Latin American History

For Students 9th - 10th
Interactive and animated maps and timelines of historical events and time periods in Latin American history from 1898 to 2000.
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Other

Tennessee Technological University: Civilization in Central America

For Students 9th - 10th
An outline of important civilizations in Central America that includes the Olmecs, the Maya, the Toltecs, and the Aztecs. The Aztec civilization is the focal point of the outline, which gives the major points concerning their culture in...
Handout
Wikimedia

Wikipedia: History of Costa Rica

For Students 9th - 10th
Wikipedia looks the history of Costa Rica in this general overview.
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Other

Costa Rica Travel: Parks

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from Costa Rica Travel details getting to, recreation, and history of a number of Costa Rica's National Parks.
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Virtual Museum of Canada

Virtual Museum of Canada: Community Stories: A Little Brick Plant in the Middle of Nowhere

For Students 9th - 10th
The Claybank Brick Plant is in the Dirt Hills of south-central Saskatchewan and the only complete example of such a plant in North America. Its equipment and structures are intact and functional, preserved as they would have been in the...
Activity
Read Works

Read Works: Early People in Central American Land Bridge

For Teachers 6th
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text introducing the history of the Central American land bridge. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
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University of Texas at Austin

Perry Castaneda Library Map Collection: Americas Historical Maps

For Students 9th - 10th
This collection from the University of Texas Library Online of historical maps contains a wide variety of maps from various parts of the continent and from different parts of history. Each map is accompanied by a brief description and is...
Article
Hartford Web Publishing

World History Archives: The Changing Faces of Imperialism

For Students 9th - 10th
Reflections of Latin American history on imperialism, religion, human rights and social justice. Gives a historical perspective to current times (1996). Text
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Other

Embassy of El Salvador in the United States

For Students 9th - 10th
This official government website is full of great information about El Salvador including topics such as economy, tourism, history, politics, national emblems, biographies, culture, government, foreign relations, and more.
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Other

Embassy of El Salvador in the United States

For Students 9th - 10th
This official government website is full of great information about El Salvador including topics such as economy, tourism, history, politics, national emblems, biographies, culture, government, foreign relations, and more.
Handout
Other

Organization of American States Children's Page: Belize

For Students 3rd - 8th
Full of useful information relating to the country of Belize. Topics covered include: population, language, geography, climate, government, history, economy, culture, agriculture, holydays, photos, national symbols, national anthem, and...
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Other

Embassy of Belize in Washington, d.c.

For Students 9th - 10th
Official website of the Embassy of Belize in the U.S. Gives information about the government, history, population, languages, cities, geography, foreign affairs, and tourism of Belize.
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Other

Embassy of Honduras in Washington, d.c.

For Students 9th - 10th
This is the official website of the Embassy of Honduras in the United States. Has an abundance of information on tourist destinations and general facts on country-specific topics including art, geography, climate, government, history,...
Handout
US Department of State

Us Department of State: Honduras

For Students 9th - 10th
The U.S. Department of State profiles the Republic of Honduras. Features information on geography, people, government, economy, history, politics, foreign relations, and tourism. (September 2011)
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Other

Embassy of Costa Rica in Washington, d.c.

For Students 9th - 10th
The home of the official website of the Embassy of Costa Rica is full of excellent information about the government, geography, economy, culture, tourism, national symbols, and environment of this beautiful country. Includes photos and a...
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Other

Central america.com: Costa Rica: Switzerland of Central America

For Students 9th - 10th
This website focuses on Costa Rica. It provides information about its history, culture, regions, population, weather, tourism, and more.