Super Bowl Champion Quarterback, Peyton Manning, was inducted into the Academy of Achievement Hall of Fame in 2007. Here you can read a biography of this legendary athlete. Updated March 7, 2016.

Read about Eli Whitney's cotton gin and its importance to the cotton industry.

Download cross-curricular lesson plans here for Grade 3-12.

This site provides general information on Louis Pasteur (1822-1895 CE) and his patent number 135,245. The site also describes how he created pasteurization.

Biographical details on the career of football great, Gale Sayers, who once scored six touchdowns in one game for the Chicago Bears. Information provided by ESPN.

The Museum of Pop Culture (formerly the Science Fiction Museum) is located in Seattle, Washington, and this site provides information on the exhibits connected with the museum and information on educational outlets at the museum.

Explores the life and career of award winning comedian, television and film actor, and New York Times best selling author, George Carlin, who passed away on June 22, 2008.

In the years following World War 11, the story of Nova Scotia's most exciting baseball league is profiled. Communities that played and players who rose to major league status are reviewed. The exhibit includes archival photographs and...

In the years following World War 11, the story of Nova Scotia's most exciting baseball league is profiled. Communities that played and players who rose to major league status are reviewed. The exhibit includes archival photographs and...

An ESPN article that showcases the career and life of legendary baseball player, Jackie Robinson. Selected the first African-American to play in the majors in the 20th century, ESPN named him number fifteen on its list of greatest athletes.

Find the inventor profile of 2006 inductee Frank Sprague.

Lots of information about the life and career of Shoeless Joe Jackson. Everything you ever wanted to know about one of the greatest baseball players of all time.

Experience the unique culture and traditions of New York City through this site containing exhibits, a hall of fame, and a culture catalog.

ESPN presents career highlights on NBA star and Hall of Famer, Oscar Robertson.

The accomplishments, career stats, and life story of this Latino Baseball Hall of Famer first baseman are profiled. Perez overcame many cultural barriers to play in the Major Leagues.

Read all about the life and career accomplishments of this great Football Hall of Famer of Mexican descent. He is the only Latino to have this honor.

This biography of "Lefty" Gomez, one of the greatest Latino baseball pitchers of all time features key events and achievements in the life of this Hall of Famer.

Learn all about the career and life of this Puerto Rican baseball Hall of Famer. His awards include Rookie of the Year, 1967 MVP, All-Star, and world champion.

Read all about legendary Hall of Fame pitcher, Sandy Koufax. After playing for the Brooklyn Dodgers for 11 years, he retired in 1966 and became a broadcaster for baseball games.

The Basketball Hall of Fame provides a profile of former NBA basketball great Larry Bird. It also lists his college playing, pro playing and coaching highlights.

This site has an ESPN article about Wilma Rudolph (1940-1994 CE) featuring several quotes from her about her childhood and the impact of her Olympic career on other athletes. Links in the sidebar also takes you to additional material on...

This site features the story of LPGA star Nancy Lopez. Gives biographical information on the woman behind the clubs.

America honors Jackie Robinson's first year in baseball's major leagues. This site has a brief biography of Jackie Robinson and how he broke the race barrier.

Extensive information about the history and present state of both amateur and professional sports in Texas, including the 'Negro Leagues' professional baseball.