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Other

Association of American Chambers of Commerce in Latin America

For Students 9th - 10th
The AACCLA promotes trade and investment between the United States and Latin America. Country-specific information and general NAFTA information are provided.
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Other

Latin Focus: The Economy of Columbia

For Students 9th - 10th
Latin Focus provides a diverse selection of pages dealing with the economy of Columbia. Topics range from the stock market to unemployment.
Primary
US Army Center

U.s. Army Center of Military History: Defense of the Americas 7 December 1941 2 September 1945

For Students 9th - 10th
This brochure from the Army's Center of Military History gives an extensive account of the little-reported on American theater of World War II. Read about the preparations for hemispheric defense, the few breaches of the defense, and the...
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University of Calgary

University of Calgary: Latin America & the Conquistadors

For Students 9th - 10th
Information about the way the Spanish conquistadors were able to conquer the indigenous people they met.
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Digital History

Digital History: American Slavery in Comparative Perspective

For Students 9th - 10th
A very interesting look at the similarities and differences between the treatment of slaves in Latin America and the Caribbean and the slaves in the American South. Read about why a crucial difference was the concept of race between the...
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George Washington University

Nixon: "Brazil Helped Rig the Uruguayan Elections"

For Students 9th - 10th
A critical account of the Nixon Administration's policies towards the elections of 1971 in Uruguay. Newly declassified documents give us a revised picture of Latin American policies.
Article
The Economist

The Economist: Dengue Fever: A Deadly Scourge

For Students 9th - 10th
This article describes the growing epidemic of dengue fever, or DHF, in Mexico and other tropical areas. The virus is caused by mosquitos. Registration is required.
Handout
Countries and Their Cultures

Countries and Their Cultures: Multicultural America: Nicaraguan Americans

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of Nicaraguan Americans. (Note: Content is not the most current.)
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Other

Language Crossing: Food of Peru

For Students 9th - 10th
Get a little taste of Peru. Find out about some of the wonderful food which some say is the best in Latin America.
Primary
Internet History Sourcebooks Project

Fordham University: Modern History Sourcebook: On the Alliance for Progress, 1961

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from Fordham University contains the address made by JFK concerning the Alliance for Progress at a White House reception for Latin American diplomats and members of Congress.
eBook
OpenStax

Open Stax: Foreign Policy 1890 1914: Roosevelt's "Big Stick" Foreign Policy

For Students 11th - 12th
The 'Big Stick' foreign policy of Theodore Roosevelt is explained, and how it was used in the building of the Panama Canal and to maneuver an end to the Russo-Japanese War.
Study Guide
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Ap Us History Unit: Period 7: 1890 1945: Intro.: Age of Empire

For Students 9th - 10th
The study resource from Khan Academy provides an overview of Period 7: 1890-1945 in American History. The Age of Empire is discussed in this lesson. This resource is designed as a review for the AP US History Test.
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Other

Working Abroad

For Students 9th - 10th
WorkingAbroad/VWIS (Voluntary Work Information Service) is an international networking service for volunteers, workers and travellers on volunteer projects in over 150 countries worldwide. On this site, you will find professional and...
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Other

Encyclopedia of the New American Nation: Pan Americanism

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about the history behind the U.S. interest in a Pan-American conference in the 1890s. Find out about the limited success when the delegates of the U.S. and Latin America finally met.
Handout
Black Past

Black Past: Roberto (Walker) Clemente

For Students 9th - 10th
This brief encyclopedia entry gives an overview of Roberto Clemente's outstanding career in baseball as well as his humanitarian efforts in Latin America.
Handout
New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: Peru

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from The New Advent gives information on the history and involvement of the Catholic Church in this Latin American country. Please note that "The Catholic Encyclopedia" is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the...
Handout
Digital History

Digital History: Viva La Raza!

For Students 9th - 10th
This Digital History site provides an informative overview of the Mexican American civil rights movement in America.
Handout
US Department of State

Us Department of State: Archive: Argentina

For Students 9th - 10th
The U.S. State Department provides extensive information on Argentina at this site, including data on the population, geography, government and economy. (March 2012)
Article
Hartford Web Publishing

World History Archives: The Beginning of the End of the Panama Canal Zone

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a detailed account of the events and investigations associated with the Panama riots of January 1964.
Article
Other

Recreation Arts Dance: Salsa vs. Mambo

For Students 9th - 10th
An article discussing the similarities and differences between Salsa and the Mambo, both Latin American dances. The article mainly discusses the steps of both dances, but has some information about the style and feel of the music.
Handout
Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Economy of Honduras

For Students 9th - 10th
In-depth encyclopedia entry discussing the economy of Honduras.
Lesson Plan
National Endowment for the Humanities

Neh: Edsit Ement: Lyndon B. Johnson and the Crisis in the Dominican Republic

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In this lesson plan, young scholars will consider "Lyndon B. Johnson and the Crisis in the Dominican Republic." The plan includes worksheets and other student materials that can be found under the resource tab.
eBook
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Epsid World Geo 2019

For Students 9th - 10th
Flexbooks 2.0 are interactive, customizable, digital textbooks. Flexbooks are standards-aligned. Flexi, a student tutor, is integrated into each book to guide you on your learning journey. Flexi can assist in learning, answer questions,...
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Culture of Nicaragua

For Students 9th - 10th
Provided is a summary of the culture of Nicaragua.

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