Are your students wild about horses? Then introduce them Sandra Olsen, a  zooarchaeologist, who has been studying horses and the people who herd them. Ms Olsen responds to 15 interview questions and details how she goes about her...

Who doesn't want to know more about the mysterious dinosaurs? Learners read about dinosaurs and the process scientists use to continue learning more about the animals in an interview-type format. A paleontologist responds to submitted...

Why is there more daylight in June than in December if you live above the equator? How does the angle of sunlight shift throughout the year? Answer these questions and more with an interactive article about the sun, its path through the...

Milk: It does a body good ... or does it? Using the provided website, scholars sort through information to answer the question. They review a chart demonstrating lactose intolerance by ethnicity and region, and they also compare the...

DNA analysis could be what saves some animals from extinction. An interactive lesson shows learners how DNA information proves variation among animals of the same species and how stakeholders use that information to make decisions. Easy...

A mammalogist, ornithologist, ichthyologist, and a conservation geneticist share their work and their hopes that their research will help protect and save endangered species and their habitats.

Fantastic beasts, and where to find them, are featured in a resource that offers images of real animals that just might have given rise to some of mythic creatures of legend.

[Free Registration/Login Required] The New York Times provides extensive news coverage of Asia and the Pacific Islands.

The BBC provides comprehensive and complete coverage of the latest news and events occurring in Asia and the Pacific Islands. Content includes top news, in-depth stories, streaming audio news, and much more.

A comprehensive storehouse of all types of information on Asia, both current and past: maps and statistics, Asian food, travel guides, photographs, articles, timelines, and more. Asia Source is the work of the Asia Society, a national...

The Washington Post provides the latest news for and about countries in Asia and the Pacific, as well as several reference resources. PLEASE NOTE THAT A WASHINGTON POST REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO VIEW THESE ARTICLES beyond a small...

Read about the diverse countries of Asia. Primarily a travel guide, Geographia offers information on other topics, such as economy, geography, climate, history, and people of selected Asian countries. Pictures are included.

Asia Times is an online Asian news source providing the latest news and analysis regarding events and trends in China, as well as links to local press.

Comprehensive website with stories from various Asian cultures, games, art, and language instruction. Included is supplemental information for parents and teachers. Offered by the Asia Society.

Interesting organization that was founded to promote relationships and understanding among the people and leaders of Asia and the United States. site will provide various articles on recent developments in Asia such as "Understanding the...

The homepage of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) provides links to articles and issues concerning the economies of East Asia and Pacific nations.

Detailed coverage of the earthquake that rocked South Asia in October, 2005. Article includes video, pictures, maps, and more.

Examine a collection of artifacts produced by indigenous cultures Africa, America, Asia, and Oceania in three-dimensions. Includes location maps and helpful commentary.

An on-going news report of the earthquake that devastated parts of South Asia, particularly, Pakistan. Many facets of the disaster are covered such as relief and rebuilding efforts.

A landing page for a course on the art history of Asia.

Overview of U.S. foreign policy and relationship with Asia during an age of expansion and Imperialism.

A collection of resources to aid in the discovery of Asia and its nations. Each resource is labeled for the appropriate age groups.

From the Princeton University museum of art collection this is a brief description and selection of sample object images on the art of South Asia with a focus on the Indian subcontinent.

Learn about the trade routes and products upon which both Europe and Asia depended. English and Dutch trading companies were formed to transport valued goods half way around the world. Maps are included.