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T.a. Barron Official Website

For Students 3rd - 8th
The fantasy author's official website includes biographical information, background on his books, maps of the fantasy worlds he creates, articles about his writing and more. Great place to begin any research about him.
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Aurora Trust and Aurora Institute of Maritime Studies

For Students 9th - 10th
Find out about human interaction with the world's oceans through education support activities in the fields of ocean exploration, research, and education.
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BBC

Bbc: Timeline Romania

For Students 9th - 10th
The BBC offers a thorough and detailed timeline of Romania. Broken into three segments: 1916-55, 1965-89 (Under Ceausescu), and 1990-2003 (Towards Reform). It continues with history up to 2007. An excellent resource for learning about...
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Pbs: Nova: Seven Wonders: Get Clued In

For Students 9th - 10th
Site gives clues for students to figure out the Wonders. Choose the Wonder after the clues are given. Which of the Seven Wonders is the only one still standing today?
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Archaeological Legacy Institute: Caral: Oldest City in the New World

For Students 9th - 10th
An interview with one of the principal archaeologists (Ruth Shady) involved in the dig at Caral, Peru, site of the oldest civilization in South America. The interview is available in English or in Spanish in mp3 format.
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University of Michigan

Um Vrl: The Great Pyramid of Khufu

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is a "modeling of the Great Pyramid of Khufu". The method used is "Virtual Reality Modeling Language" or "VRML". Every angle on the exterior and interior is displayed in great detail and with diagrams.
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The Cleveleys Website: The Hanging Gardens of Babylon

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource offers an in-depth understanding of the Hanging Gardens of Babylon. This article authenticates the research by quoting a Greek geographer Strabo, and a Greek historian, Diodorus Siculus.
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National Institutes of Health

Nat'l Library of Medicine: Islamic Culture and the Medical Arts: Greek Influence

For Students 9th - 10th
This site details Greek and other influences on Islamic medicine and includes illustrations of Arabic translations of earlier texts. Mentions The House of Wisdom (Bayt al-Hikmah) and its origins.
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PBS

Pbs Frontline: The Parables

For Students 9th - 10th
An article in which the author talks about the different parables used by Jesus and how they could illustrate specific points in his teachings.
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TES Global

Tes: Antony & Cleopatra 2006 Article: "Cleopatra"

For Teachers 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login Required] This Royal Shakespeare Company article "Cleopatra" by Lucy Hughes-Hallett explains Shakespeare's source for his character of Cleopatra in his play Antony & Cleopatra -- Plutarch's Antony and...
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PBS

Pbs: Egypt's Golden Empire

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover more about Egypt's Golden Empire when you visit this site.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Temple of Amun Re and the Hypostyle Hall, Karnak

For Students 9th - 10th
The massive temple complex of Karnak was the principal religious center of the god Amun-Re in Thebes during the New Kingdom. The complex remains one of the largest religious complexes in the world. This temple gives scholars a wealth of...
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Columbia University

The Great Bronze Age of China

For Students 9th - 10th
In depth description of the great bronze age of China. Also includes chronology.
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Soft Schools

Soft Schools: Olympic Games Quiz

For Students 3rd - 8th
Test your knowledge over the Olympic Games. Check your answers for a review at the end of the quiz.
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Hindunet: Myth of Aryan Invasion of India

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from Hindunet offers a good explanation of how historical interpretation can alter literary interpretation. RL.9-10.6 cultural World Lit
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Greek Gods

Greek Gods: Demigods & Spirits: Styx

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn more about Styx, who personified the sacred river of the gods that separated the world of the living from the world of the dead.
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Lectures in Medieval History: The Reign of Justinian, 527 565

For Students 9th - 10th
Read a brief overview of the reign of Justinian I, his decisions about reuniting the Roman Empire, and the beginning of the Byzantium Empire. Two maps show the Mediterranean world in 565 and 600.
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Livius: Aeschines

For Students 9th - 10th
Discussion of the Greek politician and orator Aeschines. Includes biographical information as well as his contributions to the politics of the time.
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Pbs: The Story of India: Sanskrit

For Students 9th - 10th
PBS explores one of the world's oldest religions, Hinduism, with an in-depth look into Sanskrit, the ancient Indo-European language. Identifies the origins of the language and how it spread throughout the area. Identifies two ancient...
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Sea Turtle Conservancy: List of Sea Turtle Tracking Projects

For Students 9th - 10th
Sea Turtle Conservancy is devoted to the conservation and tracking of sea turtles, this site links found along the left menu. Join a group, follow a tagged turtle via maps, learn about the challenges faced by the sea turtles, and the...
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Stanford University

Solar Folklore

For Students 9th - 10th
Folktales from many cultures around the world about the sun. There is also information available about ancient astronomy.
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Pbs Nova: Building Pharaoh's Ship

For Students 9th - 10th
In 1954, an Egyptian archeologist discovered an immense, beautifully crafted ship buried in pieces right beside the Great Pyramid of Khufu. Now fully reassembled, this extraordinary royal craft, one of the oldest planked vessels in the...
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Pbs: Japan Memoirs of a Secret Empire

For Students 9th - 10th
A rich site that tells of an ancient kingdom of warriors, tradesmen and artists that would influence the modern world.
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Oxfam

Oxfam: Virtual Journey of the United Kingdom

For Students 9th - 10th
Take a peep into the United Kingdom to experience the culture and flavors of a country full of ancient traditions. Learn how to make a perfect cup of tea and find out the name of a world-famous UK football team.

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