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History of the World the Aztecs
A history of the Aztec civilization, beginning with their travel to the valley of Mexico and ending with the conquest of the Spanish over them. Includes information about agriculture, travel, communication, war, religion, and human...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Culture of Palestine, West Bank, and Gaza Strip
Provides an overview of the culture of Palestine, the West Bank, and the Gaza Strip. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life,...
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Early 16th European History
This site breaks down the history of Europe by year between 1525-1558. It discusses the political maneuverings of the period, the social conditions, and the conflicts that arose with religious and political disputes.
BBC
Bbc: Islam
This elaborate site details the history of Islam, and includes a beginner's guide to the religion, a prayer calculator, views of mosques, and an explanation of pilgrimages to Mecca. Further information on Islamic customs, worship, books,...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Darwin, Evolution, and Faith
Can ancient scriptural accounts of the world's creation by God be reconciled with Darwin's new story? This article looks at three responses to this question: Conflict, Contrast, and Convergence.
Read Works
Read Works: Vikings and European Explorers Viking Religion
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about Vikings and the god's they worship. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
The History Cat
The History Cat: The Medieval World
Discover facts about Medieval Europe by examining feudalism and towns.
PBS
Pbs: Islamic Culture: Art
A study of Islamic culture, art and architecture taken from the PBS show on Islam "Islam: Empire of Faith".
Encyclopedia Britannica
Encyclopedia Britannica: 300 Women Who Changed History: Helen Keller
Encyclopedia Britannica provides a biography of Helen Adams Keller (1880-1968 CE), noted for her numerous literary accomplishments despite her severe handicaps.
Information Technology Associates
Theodora: Slovakia: 2017
Information and statistics about Slovakia, collected from the 2003 CIA World Factbook and the Library of Congress Country Studies. Sections include geography, maps, population, religion, military, international issues, history,...
National Humanities Center
National Humanities Center: America in Class: America in the 1920s: Modern Faith
The National Humanities Center presents collections of primary resources compatible with the Common Core State Standards - historical documents, literary texts, and works of art - thematically organized with notes and discussion...
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Freedom Forum: Lesson Plans for the First Amendment
These lessons address constitutional principles and contemporary issues involving the First Amendment. They intend to have explore how freedoms began and how they operate in today's world. Students will discuss just how far individual...
American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise
Jewish Virtual Library: Judasim
This resource presents a wealth of information regarding the Jewish religion. Content ranges from ancient Jewish history to holidays and festivals, to the importance of the synagogue.
PBS
Pbs: The Road North
This site is an account of the fighting that broke out in northern Nigeria when a Christian writer had noted that "The Prophet Muhammed would surely have picked one of the Miss World contestants as his wife." To Muslims, this was...
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Unitarian Universalist Association
A wealth of information about Unitarian Universalism and resources for UU congregations are housed at this site. The history of the religion, its roots in the Judeo-Christian tradition, its principles, purposes, and bylaws, and answers...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: The Historical Buddha
Among the founders of the world's major religions, the Buddha was the only teacher who did not claim to be other than an ordinary human being. Read about his life in this article.
BBC
Bbc News: Country Profile Mauritania
A country profile of Mauritania, an oil rich country in Africa. Basic facts relating to history, geography, politics, economy, imports and exports, monetary unit, languages, and religion as well as links to related topics are all included.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Arts and Humanities: Art of Asia
A landing page for a course on the art history of Asia.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Judaism, an Introduction
Judaism is a monotheistic religion that emerged with the Israelites in the Eastern Mediterranean. This short introductory article discusses the history of Judaism, its sacred texts, and Jewish law.
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Moldova: People
A description of the ethnic groups in Moldova, the religions, and the people through history. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
BBC
Bbc: News: Country Profile: Thailand
BBC News offers us a general overview of the south-east Asian country of Thailand. Focus is on history, country facts, leaders, and media. Provides links to a timeline of key events and recent news articles.
PBS
Pbs Frontline: The Parables
An article in which the author talks about the different parables used by Jesus and how they could illustrate specific points in his teachings.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Visualizing Islam
Islam is the youngest of the three Semitic religions; however, it is the second largest religion in the world. The impact of Islam on national and international politics creates a need for middle schoolers to discover how and why this...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Cyprus
Provides an overview of the culture of Cyprus. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education, religion, politics, etc....