Reference material on flags of the world from the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) World Factbook. Students and teachers can access this site for all sorts of information about world flags including specific history and maps associated...

Lesson for K-12 using historical map teaches students about the relationship between perspectives of the world and map projections.

Here is an up-to-date political map of the world today. Very detailed with a good key.

At this site you will find interactive activities, maps, photos, and even audio and video clips for studying the cultures of the world.

In this learning module, students will engage in a deep study of H.G. Wells' The War of the Worlds. Worksheets, tests, and map projects are provided to reinforce comprehension of The War of the Worlds. This module is designed to support...

An interactive map identifying where many of the staple foods are grown around the world. In addition, find questions that can be answered based on review of the maps, fast facts about the crops, and terminology.

Newberry Library presents historical map on the Age of Exploration with lesson plans for all ages k-12. Includes curator notes and a wealth of supplemental resource material.

Read a summary of the history of map-making and the maps that were produced as a result of European exploration in the Americas. See examples of these maps and find out more about each one in this exhibit from the Mariners' Museum.

A detailed look at large marine ecosystems throughout the world. See animated maps showing the growth of chlorophyll in oceans, seas, and river systems.

Learn all about the Tropical Rainforest biome. Learn where rainforests are found, what defines a rainforest, layers in the rainforest, and plants and animals of the rainforest. See 2 videos about the rainforest.

This interactive map of the United States provides a detailed description of the flag of each state and its history. Each state has a colorful picture of the flag and extensive information about state flags, banners, and crests.

Interactive world map depicting the areas of the world where specific religions are practiced. Clicking on a religion causes the map to show how the religion has spread from its beginning as well as a brief synopsis of the religion and...

Find out what the political world map looked like after World War II in 1945. Enlarge the map so you can see what countries belonged to the UN, which were still dependent territories, and which did not belong to the UN.

HQ Twelfth Army Group situation maps of the Battle of the Bulge.

The World Wildlife Fund and the Nature Conservancy have compiled a comprehensive database about the freshwater regions of the world. Includes great interactive maps to find detailed information about any area of interest. Explore what's...

Learn all about the Arctic Tundra Biome. This site discusses where it is found, temperatures, precipitation, soil, plants and animals. It also has a few videos to view.

A historic map of the Atlantic coast of America created by cartographer Joan Vinckeboons around 1639 for the Dutch West India Company. A feature on the page allows the visitor to listen to and read the accompanying descriptive text in...

A thorough description of the Second Battle of the Marne and the Americans who participated in it. Read first-person accounts, find maps of the movements of the battle, and learn about some of the soldiers who perished in battle.

Part I, Introduction and Background; Part II, Fighting Bismarck; and Part III, Conclusion and Sources provide the exciting story of the sinking of the Bismarck by the combined Royal Navy. Basic facts about each ship are supplied such as...

An online resource from the University of Virginia Library. This exhibition includes maps, documents, and a great overview map collections from the first images of the New World to maps from the Lewis and Clark Expedition.

A clear map of Japan naming the five main islands and showing the mountains in relief. An inset shows Japan in relation to a map of the world.

This site from the Princeton University includes a map collection from Roolvink's "Atlas of the Middle East" with a variety of historical maps on Islam.

Using this resource, children learn about food and children around the world. Links to various nations and their resources, or lack thereof of, are included.

Learn the mysteries of time and date with Dalia in Egypt.