In 1875, a writer of the time observed, there came from coal-mining district of Pennsylvania "an appalling series of tales of murder, of arson, and of every description of violent crime." Mine company superintendents and bosses "could...

This resource provides information on the lynching of African Americans, what it was, why it happened and how frequently it happened. It also outlines race riots in the first part of the 20th century as well as discussion on the black...

This document from 1951 spells out Birmingham's segregation ordinances, the laws requiring the separation of the races.

This article presents a wealth of facts of statistics gathered by The WHO (World Health Organization) on violence. It also presents a discussion on how violence can be reduced.

This resource offers a review of the life of this important man in the Civil Rights Movement. King believed in peaceful protests, instead of violence, to solve social problems. (In Spanish)

This lengthy biographical article discusses O'Connor's works and life, and includes a suggested reading list.

"Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr." is a one page, biographical passage about Martin Luther King, Jr. It is followed by an open-ended question which requires students to provide evidence from the story; it includes determining the author's...

[Free Registration/Login Required] An essay that speaks of the major events and legacies of the Civil Rights Movement.

What do you want to know about tornadoes? This site highlights the different aspects of tornadoes. Don't miss out on learning more about these wild storm patterns.

The University of Siegen provides a lovely exothermic reaction shown by four large photos. Sodium peroxide and zinc powder with a touch of water.

Often characterized as unstable, Gadhafi's life as ruler of Libya is reviewed. Incidents between the United States and Gadhafi are also covered. A summary and discussion questions are provided. February, 2011

This site talks about the life of abolitionist Gerrit Smith, who was convicted in the John Brown Raid on Harpers Ferry but maintained innocence in any involvement in planning the raid.

Flannery O'Connor is featured in this biography for her contributions to literature through many short stories, in most of which she created rural southern characters. See "Flannery O'Connor Activities" for related materials.

This site presents audio and video clips of an interview with Dr. Stephen B. Oates conducted at Harpers Ferry National Historic Park on June 30, 1994. Dr. Oates comments on John Brown's impact upon the nation with regard to the slavery...

Check out this interactive timeline on the history of the second amendment.

An account of all the official details of the Local Law Enforcement Hate Crimes Prevention Act of 2009.

This site from the Interactive Learning Paradigms discusses and defines exothermic and endothermic reactions. Further information is given under the definitions along with several links to additonal information. An interesting site.

This is a transcript of a January 2008 interview that discusses the ethnic violence that has developed as a result of Kenya's disputed presidential election. This has led to more than 275 people being killed in the western Kenyan town of...

BBC provides information on the crisis in Libya, 2011. Information consists of event analysis, interactive maps and guides, and special reports.

Colorado University at Boulder provides this information on the CSPV, which is a center for research and information concerning violence. An interesting site to check out on the subject.

Given primary and secondary resources, students will be able to identify and analyze various methods of expanding the right to participate in the democratic process.

This brief encyclopedia article tells about Victoria Gray Adams, a leading member of the civil rights movement in Mississippi. It includes links to websites containing her collection of papers.

Follow the course of the sit-ins at the lunch counter at Woolworth's in Greensboro, South Caroina during the first week of February, 1960.

A brief description of the role of the sit-in as a non-violent way to protest segregation in the South.