From China's physical geography and earliest beginnings of civilization to the Qin and Han dynasties, here is a nicely designed worksheet on ancient China, which includes a graphic organizer and timeline to summarize the reading...

This site details information about the mysteries of the Gobi Desert, an area actually comprised more of mountains than desert. This site has a map of the Gobi area, photos of the Gobi, as well as links to information about ancient...

Discusses the two types of land in ancient Egypt. At the bottom of the page you can select a story, explore maps, or take a challenge about ancient Egyptian geography.

Examines the history, geography, and people of the area surrounding the Areios River in Afghanistan.

Encyclopedia entry provides an overivew with map, photos, and timeline of the history and geography of ancient Egypt.

Exhaustive and informative collection of information on ancient Greece arranged by topical area: art, architecture, history, the Olympics, wars, geography, mythology, people, and more.

This narrative site provides great overview to life in ancient Rome and Roman history. The geography, early settlers, Roman monarchy, Roman conquest of Italy are all mentioned.

This site from The History Guide provides a general overview of the Egyptian civilization, focusing mainly on its geography, dynasties, and religion.

Looks at the geography of ancient Mesopotamia, its history, its many achievements, religion, culture, and how it was governed.

A detailed report on one of the world's most famous, yet least visited archaeological sites, Easter Island. This site covers many of the theories surrounding the island, ancient and recent history and has some great pictures.

Introduction to the Gods of Egypt with definitions and descriptions of the Ancient Gods and Goddesses of Egypt and their cultural significance.

History for Kids reference page on the furniture of ancient Egypt shares information on household furnishings of the wealthy and others in Egyptian civilization.

Illustrated reference material designed for elementary students provides and overview of the geography and history of Egypt, housing structure and the types of daily activities typical to the culture.

This entry from the Catholic Encyclopedia traces the history of the Roman Catholic Church in Canada from New France to discussions of state-funded schooling. Please note that the Catholic Encyclopedia is a historic reference document...

The seven hills of Rome are shown on two maps, showing the hills and their relation to neighboring lands on the Italian peninsula. There is a brief discussion on the geographic importance of the hills.

History for kids article on the geographic details of India, discusses the flora and fauna as well as the climate. Includes links to teacher resources.

This site has history of the Nubian kingdom and their capital at Meroe. Highlights the development of the untranslatable Meroitic language and the extensive ruins that have not yet been uncovered at Meroe.

Lake Mattamuskeet-so named by Algonquian Indians-is North Carolina's largest natural lake. The ancient body of water has not escaped man's intervention. Originally, Mattamuskeet was a shallow, self-contained lake without creeks or rivers...

This resource gives an intense discussion of how the geography and trade patterns of the ancient Greeks may have influenced the development of their philosophy.

This site from PBS gives three explanations for the development of city-states in ancient Greece.

An article which discusses the early history of Rome as it relates to its geographic setting. A description of each of the seven hills of Rome is provided. Each is accompanied by a set of photographs.

An explanation of the term "acropolis" as well as a description of how the acropolis was used in classical Greece. Also contains extensive information about the Parthenon and Erechtheum, which were built on the Acropolis.

Describes the reef rocks of Indiana, how they developed, and their economic importance for their natural resources.

A map showing the relative small size of Rome in relation to its neighbors in 380 BC. The Greek colonies are shown at the foot of the boot of Italy, the Etruscan League is to the north and the Italic Tribes to the east.