In this Spain and Portugal quiz 1 activity, students answer 10 trivia-style questions, not interactively, about Spain and Portugal, then scroll down to check their answers.

Students examine the Bible, one of the earliest written sources, as a compilation of narratives, and search the resources on the HERITAGE DVD-ROM for historical "proof" as well as create their own stories and scripts based on ancient...

Learners explore an object without seeing it then draw what s/he felt.  In this touch-drawings lesson, students partner and place objects in a paper bag so the other person cannot see it.  Then learners use their hands and...

Students analyze the art of Joaquin Torres Garcia in 'Composition.' In this art analysis instructional activity, students read about the artist's work and the artist. Students answer discussion and follow-up questions.

Students explore Spanish music. In this cultural traditions lesson, students listen to a brief lecture on Spanish music and then research the regions of Spain to study the cultural diversity there. Students share their findings with...

Catalonia

The biographical sketch provided on Robert Motherwell at this site is complete with detailed information and bibliographical references. A link is provided to pictures of his famous works including Little Spanish Prison, Catalonia, and...

Gives you an interactive map of the 17 autonomous regions in Spain. After clicking on them, you get more information about the different regions. (In English)

This site gives you an interactive map of the 17 autonomous regions of Spain. After clicking on them, you get more information about the different regions. (In Spanish)

A wonderful alphabetized listing from All About Spain of towns, cities, monuments, facts, and major attractions in the "All About Spain" website. Find your location and click on the link. This site is available in Spanish, English, and...

For those studying or interested in learning the Catalan language check out this opportunity. A collection of games to help learn basic Catalan vocabulary and phrases.

Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Catalans in northern Spain. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal...

Article from the Spanish newspaper El Pais about the discovery of Roman mosaics in Tarragona. (Published Feb. 22, 1997)

This Cistercian abbey in Catalonia is one of the largest in Spain. At its centre is a 12th-century church. The austere, majestic monastery, which has a fortified royal residence and contains the pantheon of the kings of Catalonia and...

A map of France during the Thirty Years War (1618-1648), showing territorial boundaries, major cities, rivers, and terrain. This map is color-coded to show the territories and Departments of France, and the territories of United...