PBS
Sherpas on Everest
Every successful climb of Mount Everest can be attributed to the assistance of the local Sherpas. A short, informative article explains the history behind the Sherpa's involvement in Mount Everest expeditions, the physiological reasons...
Shakespeare Globe Trust
Othello
Emilia mocks Bianca, who is in a relationship with Cassio, who attacks Montano. Using the resource, learners explore profiles of the characters from Shakespeare's Othello. They also read a scene-by-scene synopsis and follow a weekly blog...
Shakespeare Globe Trust
A Midsummer Night's Dream
Do most people resemble Titania, the fairy queen; Puck, the mischief-maker; or someone else? Pupils take a fun quiz to find out which character they are most like from Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream. They also explore a...
Other
Port Cities: London
Explore London, past and present. Browse this site by time period (early port to 20th-century port) or topic, or do a site search. A great place to learn about the people and events that contributed to London's markets, industry, growth,...
Project Britain
Project Britain: Learn About London: London for Children
Provides a brief overview of London, the capital of England, with numerous links to all sorts of information on life in this British city.
British Library
British Library: 20th Century Works: The Lonely Londoners
Read an overview of "The Lonely Londoners" by Samuel Selvon and view additional resources such as articles, collection items, and teacher resources.
British Library
British Library: 20th Century Works: Down and Out in Paris in London
"Down and Out in Paris in London" was the first book published by Eric Arthur Blair under the pseudonym George Orwell. Read an overview and view additional resources such as articles, collection items, and teacher resources.
Sonoma State University
Sonoma State University: John Griffith London
London biographer Dr. Clarice Stasz offers this condensed version of London's life.
Other
London and Its Hinterlands: Life in London, 1674 1913
This site has the history of London from 1674-1913. Included in this history is a description of the city in 1775.
California Digital Library
The Jack London Story and the Beauty Ranch Interviews
This unique site offers biographical information about Jack London and interviews the grandson of London's step-sister, who now manages the ranch.
Museum of the City of San Francisco
Skeletons in Closet Rattle a Trio: Sailor on Horseback: The Life of Jack London
A review of a book about Jack London written by Irving Stone. Find out about the "skeletons" in Jack London's closet and read what the reviewer thinks about Stone's research. Links to additional information.
BBC
Bbc News: London Attacks
BBC News in-depth coverage of the London Attacks on 7/7/2005. You will find eyewitness accounts, reaction from around the world, and video accounts.
Other
Museum of London: Remembering the Blitz
A poignant look at the Blitz that took place in London from Sept 1940 to May 1941. Many memories and remembrances from those who lived through it. An excellent first hand look at world war II.
Victoria and Albert Museum
Victoria and Albert Museum: Art Deco Buildings in London
From the Victoria and Albert Museum of London, this page is an onlline tour of "Art Deco Buildings in London". This interactive map allows you to open nice images of the historic structures as well as links to additional information.
British Library
British Library: Discovering Literature: Romantics & Victorians London
From Wordsworth's Westminster Bridge to Blake's Chimney Sweepers; from Dickens's pickpockets to Jack the Ripper; and from Wells's War of the Worlds to Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes; discover the diverse ways in which writers in this...
BBC
Bbc: Surviving Charles Dickens' London
This is a game in which you read short bits of information about Dickens and his works as you try to get enough money for the coach ride to visit Mr. Dickens. Time can run out, and London in those days was not a fun place, as you will...
Other
National Gallery, London: Take One Picture Craft, Design & Technology
Some exciting ideas from the National Gallery in London on incorporating various crafts into a fun art lesson.
Other
Jacklondon.com: Jack London
This site contains a brief biography and links to information about a Jack London Bookstore, a London memorial, his California ranch, and more.
World War 1
Worldwar1.com: Trenches on the Web: Jack London on the Great Wat
Military "slant" on Jack London's work and life. Good site!
Other
Wordworth: Who Was Jack London?
An outstanding biography, full of detail. Great Research material!
Sonoma State University
Berkeley Education: Jack London Biography
An excellent biographical account, with much information not found in other renditions. Lots of interesting details!
International Olympic Committee
International Olympic Committee: London 2012 Olympics
This is the official site of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
University College London
University College London: Digital Egypt: Saqqara
A map showing the location of Saqqara, the main cemetery of Memphis. Clicking on the pictures will take you to some mastabas found at Saqqara. Not much commentary, but lots of examples and hyperlinks to other places in this complex site.
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Embassy of Brazil in London
Information on the Brazilian economy, politics, environment, culture, social issues, travel, and tourism.
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