This Geography portal to Latin America features maps, photos, and drawings relating to each country. Click on desired country icon to see related pages.

Vast network of information from and about Latin America is provided. Major topic headings include countries, economy, education, government, humanities, science, social sciences, society and culture, recreation, media and communication,...

Interactive and animated maps and timelines of historical events and time periods in Latin American history from 1898 to 2000.

Comprehensive resource for finding material on Latin American countries. Links to detailed subject information on economy, government, culture, language, and much more.

Describes the far-reaching impact of the French rebellion and Napoleon's invasion of Spain in 1808, precipitating independence movements in Latin America over the next few years.

Timeline of events in Colonial Latin America in 1450.

A diverse range of musical styles can be found around the world. Music from Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East all have their own unique musical features and instruments. One of the most influential types of music-making in...

In this lesson module, students examine primary source materials to see how Latin America was depicted by cartographers and artists from its discovery by Columbus up to Darwin's time. They then prepare an argument on why an artist's...

[Free Registration/Login Required] The New York Times covers the top stories emerging out of South and Central America.

AP World History course unit on the Early Modern World, includes interactive lessons and assessment on Latin America, Africa, Islamic Empires and Asian Transitions.

An education resource guide based on an exhibit on the role of "Maroons," who were escaped slaves in Latin America who established communities with extensive cultural contacts. The guide includes activities which can be used in middle...

An assortment of classroom resources introducing Latin American Studies, including a syllabus, readings (some are provided online), lecture notes, assignments, and exams. Learn about Latin American politics and society, past and present,...

Latin Focus provides a diverse selection of pages dealing with the economy of Columbia. Topics range from the stock market to unemployment.

The content of a slideshow presentation on the state of computer technology integration in Latin American countries in the public and private sectors. Charts display data relating income levels with computer ownership, mobile phone use,...

Read about the history of rebellions against Spanish rule and the leaders that led the independence movements in Mexico, Peru, Chile, and other Latin American countries.

CNN covers the top news, issues, and events in Latin America and North America.

An extraordinary collection of resources relating to the ancient heritage of Latin America. Includes detailed information and images of artifacts, educator resources, and much more.

Spanish content; learn about the environment and economic developmennt throughout latin america in this information clearinghouse.

Up-to-date news headlines from Paraguay and Latin America are found at this online news site.

Reflections of Latin American history on imperialism, religion, human rights and social justice. Gives a historical perspective to current times (1996). Text

This political map of Latin America and South America is in color and features major cities.

BBC profile on the terrorist group in Latin America, Shining Path. Includes collection of related articles and images. (15 July 1999)

Offers an overview of the continent of South America, featuring information about politics, geography, and population statistics. Click on the name of a country to discover more details.

Holidays in Latin America celebrate faith, family and community in a festive, sometimes whimsical, style. Traditions range from waking people up with Christmas songs in the middle of the night to sculpting massive radishes to burning...