Meet Chuck Spencer, an archeologist who studies the Zapotec people who lived in the Valley of Oaxaca, Mexico over 2000 years ago. Spencer shares in print his response to questions posed by kids.

Walking through the ancient Nabataean city of Petra can be a challenge. A tour begins with a 20-minute walk down a rocky slope through the narrow Siq to get to the famous Treasury known to Indiana Jones fans. But that is...

A famous fossil of fighting dinosaurs holds as many questions as answers. Scholars first analyze the fossil itself by virtually highlighting the specific bones of the dinosaurs and read about their function and importance. They then test...

Philosophers ask some of life's biggest questions about the nature of mankind, existence, and time, so what's it like to study the subject? A handout outlines different types of philosophy assignments common in college-level courses. The...

Imagine studying Korean culture, especially the role of women, as well as marriage and religious rituals from home! Anthropologist Laurel Kendall shares what she has learned from her many trips to this fascinating country half a world away.

Should college loan debt be easier to discharge in bankruptcy? Scholars sort through the top three pros and cons to decide for themselves in preparation for a class debate or discussion. Learners may also participate in an online poll to...

Propagandists have many tools at their disposal to influence thinking and behavior. Among the most powerful are the visual tools, posters designed to grab the attention and stir the emotions of viewers. Check out this collection of...

This resource from the Maine Department of the Secretary of State contains famous people, historic and recent, from Maine. Included are political figures, people in arts and literature, sports, entertainment, and entrepreneurs.

Meet some of the famous people from Puerto Rico by clicking on a name to access biographical details.

A look at famous Australians including actors, authors, artists, athletes, businessmen, politicians, singers, and Australian men & women of note.

All fifty states are linked here to lists of famous people from each of them.

Kids learn about 25 famous people of Ancient Greece on this site. The history of this world civilization.

Brief biographies of hundreds of famous people throughout history who are or were native German-speakers. Many of the biographies also contain a great deal of more general historical information.

Trace the family trees of some famous people to find out if their roots lead to passengers on the Mayflower.

Who Was Known As the Father of Texas? Who Was Known As the Yellow Rose of Texas? This resource identifies a selection of famous people from Texas history, and provides a biography for each.

Learn about the lives of famous people in sports and how they were able to succeed and achieve their goals.

Here you can learn all about the state of Maine. Content includes Maine facts, famous people from Maine, state symbols, state government and laws, contests, games, and more. You need shockwave plug-in to use part of the site.

Learn about the lives of famous people in the arts who exemplify what it means to live a meaningful life and achieve your goals.

Information on eleven famous Russians who are writers, poets, composers, and artists. Includes picture.

This website is broken down into six subheadings for six groups of people who have made a difference in some way in the state of North Carolina. Click on the subheadings to learn more about these people.

Provides a list of famous writer, artists, and other well known people from the state of New Jersey. Click on the name under the picture to find out more about that person.

Play this web game and learn about famous paintings and their artists while providing free rice to hungry people around the world through the United Nations World Food Program.

A short list of famous people who were born in Venezuela along with an accompanying biography on Simon Bolivar.

Ohio Public Library Information Network provides this site where you can play games, read biographies, find book titles and links for more information about astronauts, Indians, inventors, presidents, and women.