A comprehensive look at the life of Geronimo, whose extraordinary fierceness and independence led many to consider him gifted with magic. See quotations attributed to him, as well as tales of his fabled ability to walk without leaving...

This site provides a background of the life and times of the Seminole leader Osceola, otherwise known as "Black Drink". The site houses many links to further information on Osceola as well as many enlargeable images.

This site give background on Tibes, one of the most important archaeological sites in Puerto Rico or the Caribbean -- it was home to one of the oldest Taino ceremonial complexes in the islands (includes ancient ball courts). Site has...

Find out how Quichua Indians, indigenous people of the Amazon, practice sustainable agriculture by rotating fields and by slashing and burning. Try your hand at crop rotation to see if you understand the principles of this agricultural...

This site explains Shamanism, its origin, and its role in indigenous beliefs.

Diverse cultures and peoples have contributed to the culture of Puerto Rico, ranging from the early Taino indigenous tribe to the slave trade and the coming of the Europeans, to immigrants from around the world.

Information about the way the Spanish conquistadors were able to conquer the indigenous people they met.

Famous for early advocacy for indigenous peoples of America, he attempted to outlaw the econmienda system enjoyed by the Spanish colonists. Included is a time line of his activities.

This ethnographic guide covers almost every aspect of Hmong culture- history, daily life, traditional crafts and art, language, games, and religion. Each section wraps with "questions for study." The Hmong are a people indigenous to...

Kids learn about Native American art in the United States. Beautiful works of the indigenous people.

This site has an explanation in Spanish and English with a few comprehension questions about Ecuador's Mt.Chimborazo. An additional link provides more information on the indigenous people of Ecuador. Great reading selection for beginning...

Students work with local scientists and complete original fieldwork and research in order to write and illustrate brochures on indigenous animals for a local resort.

Focuses on the administration of health care to Native American recipients by the United States Government.

Biography of Chief Joseph Brant, "the powerful and influential Mohawk chief who sided with the British during the American Revolutionary War."

This site teaches students about traditional economies and how exchanges of goods and services were made before money. Students learn about a bater economy which predates our traditional economy.

A quick comprehension check over movement in the early republic.

Students develop and express claims through discussions and writing which examine the effect of colonization on African development.

Describes the way of life of the Bushmen or Khoi and the threats they face to their traditional way of life.

Read about Henry Knox, George Washington's first Secretary of War. Particularly interesting is his intent to honor the treaties made with the Native Americans.

The listing of Mexican artists, artisans, authors, and art makes it easy to "pick and choose." Oodles of information here.

This BBC News article concerns Inuit whaling practices and current regulations. Includes information on Inuit culture and international laws.

Investigate the challenges facing archeologists when dealing with local cultures near dig sites, and consider the difficulty of remaining sensitive to the past yet still being able to learn from it.

A brief account of the ethnic groups and religions in Malaysia. Information is from the CIA World Fact Book. A chart lays out the population, education, languages, among other topics.

Print out a crossword puzzle game about the Aztec, Maya, and Inca on this site.