Tenzing Norgay, the Sherpa man who made history when he reached the summit of Mount Everest with Sir Edmund Hillary, is the focus of an informative article. Class members read about Norgay's perspective on the way up the mountain, the...

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...

If a Zapotec urn, buried for over a thousand years in a temple in the lost city of Xoxocotlan in the Valley of Oaxaca in the mountains of southern Mexico could talk image the stories it could tell. That's the set up in a clever resource...

Media lovers read articles on a variety of current events with a website made especially for kids. The website is easy to navigate and includes sections about everything from science to sports.

From 1500-2000, an interactive timeline details important events related to Latino Americans. Next, to each date are small, yet informative blurbs—some of which include videos. 

A marine environment covers the majority of the earth but is arguably the least understood. Teach young scientists about the characteristics of oceans and ocean species using an interactive online lesson. The in-person or remote learning...

Humans have only inhabited Earth for a short part of its existence. An online resource explains how scientists use clues from rocks and fossils to piece together information about Earth prior to humans. The online instruction includes...

Get ready for an explosive lesson! Learners read and interact with an online lesson describing the characteristics of volcanoes. They study specific historical volcanoes as well as the science of volcanic eruptions using animations and...

In this video segment adapted from Interactive NOVA, a mountain climber's perilous journey reveals the extreme range of microclimates on Mount Kilimanjaro. [4:42]

Learn about Mount Sneffels from this nonprofit, dedicated to preserving Colorado's mountain ecosystems.

Peruse this two page overview of the history of the Great Smokey Mountains National Park featured in a PBS documentary, while exploring the "hidden" stories of the minorities that helped to create this spectacular park.

Resource takes an exploratory look at the mountain gorilla, the largest of the living primates. Content includes information on the gorilla's physical characteristics, habitat, behavior, diet, caring for the young, and predators.

The Mountain Institute provides information on three areas: Andes, Appalachians, and the Himalayas. Find resources on conservation, the mountain ecosystems, and the culture of the areas.

Learn about mountain formation by exploring the examples that exist in the National Parks. Tour the famous mountain building sites by looking at pictures and reading important information.

Look at pictures of some well known mountain ranges and read about the habitats, climate, plants and animals that are found on them. There is a link for additional information about the cold aeolian zone.

Informative site offering detailed information about the Appalachian Mountains. Click on links to various peaks and view photographs of these beautiful mountains.

Read the informative and detailed explanation of what plates are colliding to form the Andes Mountains. David Scarboro provides his expert advice to help students understand the answer to this question.

Visit this extensive site detailing all aspects of the Ozark Mountains, from wildlife to topography to visitor information. Discover the diverse landscape of the Ozarks and the many activities available there.

On-line research center features numerous resources dedicated to the history of the Mountain Men in the American West. This project includes primary sources, images, maps, artwork, newspaper articles, artifacts, and links to related...

WhiteMountainArt.com is devoted to the art and artists who painted in the White Mountains of New Hampshire during the 19th century. Includes art, biographies, galleries, restoration, and more.

Large image of Thomas Cole's painting, "A View of the Mountain Pass Called the Notch of the White Mountains." Provides general information about the painting.

Take an easy to follow tour of a typical home in the Appalachian Mountains of Kentucky. Use this site to learn about the house construction, school, church, barn, crops, and more.

IMBA has several programs for younger generations. We have developed curriculum for schools, published kids-oriented brochures, and are developing a Mountain Biking merit badge with the Boy Scouts of America.

Journal entry vividly describes the expedition's journey through the four gates of the Rocky Mountains in 1805.