National Archives (UK)
The National Archives: Gunpowder Plot
An interactive lesson that examines the critical questions revolving around the plot to blow up the Houses of Parliament in 1605.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Scottish and Scotch Irish Americans
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Scottish and Scotch-Irish Americans. (Note: Content is not the most current.)
Other
Greenwich 2000: Samuel Johnson 1709 1784
A short biography of English writer and lexicographer Samuel Johnson. Includes information on Johnson's friendship and travels with his eventual biographer, James Boswell.
Other
Reformed.org: John Knox: The Years of Preparation
This site gives a rather thorough overview of the life of preparation for John Knox for the tremendous task which lay ahead. Knox's life was filled with the bittersweet flavoring of discipleship, required of all that take a stand for the...
Curated OER
Giant Squid Caught Off Scotland Ion January 2002
This article, published by BBC News (January 15, 2003), reports that a giant squid "clamped on" to the hull of a French boat.
Curated OER
Wwii Flight Nurse Attends a Wounded Soldier in Prestwick, Scotland, 1944
This brochure was printed to commemorate and capture the history of the Army Nurse Corps. Read about their amazing adventures in WWII while looking at pictures and learning amazing facts about these women.
Other
British Civil Wars, Commonweath, and Protectorate: The Bishops' Wars
Describes in detail the conflict between England and Scotland that took place between 1639-1640.
Blackdog Media
Classic Reader: The Underground City by Jules Verne
Read the full text of "The Underground City" by Jules Verne about a mining community near Scotland where mysterious things happen in and around the mine.
Blackdog Media
Classic Reader: Auld Licht Idyls by James M. Barrie
Read the full text of the novel "Auld Licht Idyls" by the creator of the character Peter Pan, James M. Barrie. This story is set in a small town in Scotland in the late 19th century.
Curated OER
Wikipedia: Featured Image: Dunrobin Castle
Dunrobin Castle and gardens, Sutherland, in the Highland area of Scotland.
Curated OER
Castle
This is a collection of pictures taken along Hadrian's Wall. It also includes a map showing exactly where the wall is in relation to present-day Britain and Scotland, with an explanation of each item along the wall.
Curated OER
Hadrian's Wall, Details Along the Wall
This is a collection of pictures taken along Hadrian's Wall. It also includes a map showing exactly where the wall is in relation to present-day Britain and Scotland, with an explanation of each item along the wall.
Digital Dialects
Digital Dialects: Scottish Gaelic
Identify and understand numbers and some animals in Scottish Gaelic. Play the learning games to reinforce comprehension.
Yale University
The Avalon Project: Charles Ii's Grant of New England to the Duke of York
Yale University's Avalon Project provides a transcription of Charles II's Grant of New England to the Duke of York, 1676.
Other
Welcome to House for an Art Lover
Scottish architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh and his wife Margaret Macdonald submitted the design for this house to a 1901 competition. The entry was disqualified for being late, and the house shown here was built from the original plans.
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Scots
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Scots. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes, societal challenges, etc. (Note: Content...
BBC
Bbc History: British History: Tudors: Mary, Queen of Scots, and Bothwell
An article that tells of new historical evidence of Mary's plotting with her lover James Hepburn, the Earl of Bothwell. Archived.
Encyclopedia Mythica
Encyclopedia Mythica: Celtic Mythology
Online encyclopedia of ancient Celtic terminology, including gods, goddesses, religious beliefs, and folklore.
Enchanted Learning
Enchanted Learning: Zoom School: Uk of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Use this site to explore the United Kingdom. Learn about the UK's flag, geography, map, explorers, animals, scientists, explorers and more.
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: United Kingdom
A great country profile that takes you on a virtual trip to the United Kingdom. An overview is given on its art, culture, people, environment, geography, history, economy, and government. There are numerous links available that will...
Rutgers University
Rutgers University: 18th Century Resources Literature
Check out this incredible site full of resources and links to the world of literature in 18th-century Britain. This site holds the key to learning more about the authors, works, and topics of this time period.
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: United Kingdom: Introduction
Discover statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the island country of the United Kingdom in Western Europe.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Unitarianism
Wikipedia offers detailed information on the theological doctrine of Unitarianism, including how it is used in many different countries.
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