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Smithsonian Institution

National Museum of the American Indian: Infinity of Nations: Culture Quest

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about ten different nations of Native Americans in both North and South America by playing this Culture Quest game from the Smithsonian Institution. In addition to the game, there are many other options to choose to learn about...
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Yale University

Yale the Maya Culture of Mesoamerica

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
This lesson unit on Mayan culture focuses on Mayan art. It can be adapted to various grades and features classroom activities, student resources, a bibliography, and the like.
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Yale University

Yale New Haven Teachers Institute: Enduring Culture Lesson Plans

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
This unit on Mesoamerican and Mayan culture contains lesson plans, a list of materials, objectives, bibliographies, and much more. The lessons could also be adapted to various grades.
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Other

Peru Cultural: The Incas

For Students 9th - 10th
An award winning site that uncovers the lost Incan civilization. Features include history, administration, technology, arts, and maps. A sophisticated account of the Incas that is well worth a visit.
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Smithsonian Institution

National Museum of the American Indian: Infinity of Nations

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about ten North and South American Native American nations by playing the Infinity of Nations Culture Quest game. Examine Native American crafts and artifacts that are part of Smithsonian's National Museum of the American Indian,...
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Other

Ecuador Explorer: People and Culture

For Students 9th - 10th
A detailed look at Ecuador's population, religion, language, and indigenous culture.
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University of North Carolina

Documenting the American South (Doc South)

For Students K - 1st Standards
Provides primary sources for the study of southern history, culture and literature. DocSouth includes sixteen thematic collections of books, diaries, posters, artifacts, letters, oral history interviews, and songs.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Introduction to Andean Cultures

For Students 9th - 10th
From textiles to ceramics, metalwork, and architecture, Andean cultures produced art and architecture that responded to their natural environment and reflected their beliefs and social structures. Read more about the Andean culture in...
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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.
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: South and Southeast Asians of the United States

For Students 9th - 10th
A webpage with some brief information about the culture of South and Southeast Asians who live in the United States.
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Yale University

Yale New Haven Teachers Institute: The Influence of Mesoamerica on Mexican Art

For Teachers 9th - 10th
A unit on Mexican art, Frida Kahlo, Native Civilizations in Mesoamerica, and Mayan culture. The site includes lesson plans, bibliographies, and much more.
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Curated OER

National Park Service: Creole Culture

For Students 9th - 10th
The online companion to the Creole National Historical Park. You will find links to different Heritage Centers, as well as other sites dedicated to the history of Creole and the south.
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Other

The Ministry of Culture and Education

For Students 9th - 10th
This is the official site of the Argentine Ministry of Culture and Education. Find out about the educational practices of Argentina and discover more about Argentina's rich culture.
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Other

Crazy Horse Memorial: Crazy Horse Black Hills, South Dakota

For Students 9th - 10th
Official website of the carving in progress. A moving memorial to the spirit of Native Americans. Be sure to view the carving through the live webcam. Beautiful!
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Other

Crazy Horse Memorial: Crazy Horse Black Hills, South Dakota

For Students 9th - 10th
Official website of the carving in progress. A moving memorial to the spirit of Native Americans. Be sure to view the carving through the live webcam. Beautiful!
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Other

Avery Research Center for African American History

For Students 9th - 10th
Rich site with collections of primary documents relating to the history and culture of African Americans in Charleston, South Carolina.
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Teton

For Students 9th - 10th
A page containing information about an Indian tribe known as the Teton who live in South Dakota. Investigate their family life, economy, religion, and history.
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Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Shuswap

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the tribe known as the Shuswap who live in south-central British Columbia.
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Sacred Text Archive

University of California Publications: Indian Myths of South Central California

For Students 9th - 10th
Delve into many of the tradtional myths which accompany the south central California Native American cultures.
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University of Texas at Austin

Lanic: Latin American Network Information Center

For Students 9th - 10th
Vast network of information from and about Latin America is provided. Major topic headings include countries, economy, education, government, humanities, science, social sciences, society and culture, recreation, media and communication,...
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Varsity Tutors

Varsity Tutors: Web English Teacher: Langston Hughes

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This resource focuses on the works of famous African-American author, Langston Hughes.
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Curated OER

Macmillan/mc Graw Hill: People, Places and Cultures: Grade 6 Unit 3 Lesson 5 Quiz

For Students 6th - 8th
Take this five question quiz on South American expansion.
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Adventure Learning Foundation

Adventure Learning Foundation: Ecuador

For Students 9th - 10th
Comprehensive reference tool with an abundance of country specific information about the South American country of Ecuador. Content covered includes photos, symbols, provinces, history, economy, geography, climate, population, culture,...
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Geographyiq

Geography Iq: Venezuela

For Students 9th - 10th
It's easy to explore the South American country of Venezuela through "Facts at a Glance". Discover information about geography, culture, economy, government, climate, and more. If you want more, take a look at the notes and commentary.