Read about the environmental scarcity linked to domestic political unrest and the crisis of domestic political legitimacy that could result in conflict. Also find out how these crises of domestic political legitimacy may result in both...

Engrossing site that explores the settlement and decline of Mali and Songhai. The site examines the city of Timbuktu and the impact of years of turmoil and conquest on the settlement.

In this lesson, 5th graders examine the relations between Indians and the settlers in the 1600s and 1700s. Background information for teachers is included. Students will work in groups to look at three different colonies and read primary...

At the end of this tutorial, the learner will understand that conflict resolution theories continue to be generated, and to grow/change as new information is found and integrated. It is 1 of 3 in the series titled "Theoretical Overview."

Students will research and understand the opportunities available to children in their community after exploring the poverty, exploitation, hunger and more of children living in India. Video and discussion questions pair with a learning...

Russia's geography reveals great disparity and lends itself to a variety of cultures and relationships across its six and a half million square miles. A video investigates two urban developments in Russia, St. Petersburg and Dagestan,...

In this lesson, 5th graders examine letters and entries from George Washington's diaries to understand more about his character and ambitions, and the conflict and cooperation that existed between the French and English colonists and the...

Exploring the history and changes in the politics and economics in the Middle East, rely on some of these resources to enhance lessons.

At the end of this tutorial, the learner will understand that some international conflicts involve governments, while others involve private organizations. It is 2 of 3 in the series titled "International and Intranational Conflict."

An interesting way for young scholars to dissect current events in the classroom. This lesson plan has students look at bias and develop critical thinking skills in order to digest the news media.

In this lesson plan, students will consider Folktales and Ecology: Animals and Humans in Cooperation and Conflict. Worksheets and other supporting materials can be found under the Resources tab.

At the end of this lesson, the learner will understand the Thomas-Kilmann Conflict Assessment and the five conflict styles it presents. It is 1 of 3 in the series titled "Overview of 5 Conflict Styles."

At the end of this tutorial, the learner will understand the concept of intractable conflict. It is 3 of 4 in the series titled "Intractable Conflict."

Amnesty International USA is a consciousness-raising organization for human rights. Its goals are lofty and may make many people uncomfortable as they read stories of grotesque crimes against human kind. This is an excellent site to...

This site is provided for by Cooperative Communication Skills. Seven suggestions for resolving or refusing conflict before it gets out of hand. SL.9-10.1c Active Participation. CCSS.ELA-Literacy.CCRA.SL.1, SL.11-12.1c Questions/Part

There are five teaching units on peace education on this site, ranging for ages 8 to 14+. Topics cover ecological awareness, tolerance, social justice, global citizenship, etc. There are many links in the resource area for United Nations...

Website for an ecumenical peace center of the Canadian Council of Churches. Organization formed to work towards control of weapons trade, reducing reliance on military force, abolishing nuclear weapons and building peace in the world.

At this site from the American Forum for Global Education, students learn how to plan a park through this step-by-step, hands-on activity that teaches elementary economic lessons. Not only will students plan, but they will learn how to...

Guides for teaching life skills that range from trustworthiness to conflict resolution. These guides were created for use with a set of videos, "The Six Pillars of Character," but most of the information and ideas can be used without...

Informative explanation from the United Nations about what children's rights are, the role that the U.N. is playing, and the current status of children's rights. (Published 1995)

The United Nations is working hard to develop a world in which children are valued and safe. As a part of this mission, the U.N. has developed some learning activities to enhance students' understanding of the U.N.'s job. Click here to...

Incredible site containing personal statements from children around the world about their hopes and dreams for what is to come in the 21st century. Read these stories to gain perspective on the status of children around the world. Archived.

AP World History learning module with interactive lessons and assignments on 20th Century events from 1914 to present.

Land mines can be found in a few pockets around the world. Use this lesson plan to find out why these places have the mines, the dangers that come with land mines and how nations are attempting to clear them.