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PBS

Islam: Empire of Faith: Five Pillars

For Students 9th - 10th
Follow each of the five links to gain a deeper understanding of the Five Pillars of Islam.
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PBS

Pbs: Islamic Culture: Art

For Students 9th - 10th
A study of Islamic culture, art and architecture taken from the PBS show on Islam "Islam: Empire of Faith".
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University of Calgary

University of Calgary: The Safavid Empire

For Students 9th - 10th
The "Shah Ismail" section of the Safavid Empire history describes how the Safavid Empire differed from other Muslim empires and how Shi'ite Islam contributed to that.
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Islami City

Islam and Islamic History in Arabia and the Middle East: The Ottomans

For Students 9th - 10th
This site gives a military, political and religious overview of the Ottoman Empire. Includes links to additional Islam and Islamic history sites.
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University of California

Ucla: Manas: History and Politics of the Mughal Empire

For Students 9th - 10th
This article surveys the Mughal Empire of India (1526-1857) and traces its origins, names its rulers, and provides historical illustrations and a map.
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BBC

Bbc Religion and Ethics Homepage: Ottoman Empire (1301 1922)

For Students 9th - 10th
A discussion of the Ottoman Empire that wraps up many key facts about the empire's history, including factors that contributed to its rise and fall, its Islamic traditions, the role of trade, and territorial claims.
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McGraw Hill

Glencoe World History: The World of Islam, 600 1500

For Students 9th - 10th
This overview of a textbook chapter on "The World of Islam," gives information on the period from 600-1500 A.D. Information is given on the culture and civilization of the period, and the dynasties and rule during the period are given an...
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University of California

Ucla: Manas: About India

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a robust site from UCLA with lots of information about Indian cultures, religions, social life and organization, history and politics. Don't expect a zillion pictures, but an in-depth look at the cultures and history.
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Friesian School

Friesian School: Sultans of Delhi

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides a brief history of past sultans as well as maps and a complete list.
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Library of Congress

Loc: Ancient Manuscripts: From the Desert Libraries of Timbuktu

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a collection of primary, historical documents from Timbuktu, Mali during the the 16th through 18th century. The documents cover all aspects of this advanced African civilization.
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Los Angeles County Museum of Art

Los Angeles County Museum of Art: The Legacy of Genghis Khan

For Students 9th - 10th
Exhibition explores the influence and legacy of Genghis Khan throughout Asia following the Mongol invasions. The exhibit contains images of beautiful pieces of artwork, sculpture, textiles, ceramics, and more.
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PBS

Pbs: Wonders Sankore Mosque

For Students 9th - 10th
This site has a study of the building and cultural significance of the Sankore Mosque. From its early 15th century construction, the Mosque has been a religious and educational landmark in Timbuktu.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: Pakistan History and Timeline Overview

For Students 3rd - 8th
On this website, students can study the history and timeline of the country of Pakistan including early civilizations, the Kushan Empire, the rise of Islam, Mughal Empire, British rule, independence, and current events.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: Iran History and Timeline Overview

For Students 9th - 10th
Kids learn about the history and timeline of the country of Iran including early civilizations, empires, Arab rule, the rise of Islam, the fall of the Shah, and current events.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: Iraq History and Timeline Overview

For Students 9th - 10th
Kids learn about the history and timeline of the country of Iraq including early Sumer, Babylonia, Assyria, the Parthians, the rise of Islam, the Ottoman Empire, Saddam Hussein, and the Iraq Wars.

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