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Timeline Index: Montezuma Ii, Emperor of the Aztecs
A brief explanation of who Montezuma II was and where he fits into a timeline of historical events.
Encyclopedia Mythica
Encyclopedia Mythica: Xipe Totec
This site is a brief article from the encyclopedia Mythica, and contains information on the Aztec god, Xipe Totec. The article is three paragraphs long and contains great background information into the subject.
Encyclopedia Mythica
Encyclopedia Mythica: Xochiquetzal
This site from the Encyclopedia Mythica contains great information on the Aztec god, Xochiquetzal. The article is two paragraphs long and very factual.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Tlaloc
This site from the free encyclopedia Wikipedia contains brief but informative information on the Aztec god, Tlaloc. Great for background knowledge on the subject.
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Heritage History: Montezuma
Historical information about Montezuma II, ruler of the Aztecs at the time of the Spanish Conquest. The information is taken from heritage history books written for young people.
Crayola
Crayola: Mexican Moments
Investigate the Aztec calendar then create a fictional scroll calendar with details of an imaginary trip to Mexico.
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Timeline Index: Cortez, Conqueror of Mexico 1519
A chronology of the life of Hernando Cortez up to the Spanish conquest of the Aztecs.
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Aztec History: Aztec History
A detailed look at the great Aztec Empire! The menu bar links to all the major topics: religion, food, clothing, art, timeline, family life, languages, calendar, culture, music, games, government. Within each topic are related photos.
Lin and Don Donn
Lin and Don Donn: Lessons: Aztec
These lesson plans and ideas are designed to teach students about Aztec Indians who ruled much of present-day Mexico before the arrival of the Spanish.
Encyclopedia Mythica
The Encyclopedia Mythica: Aztec Mythology
The Encyclopedia Mythica presents 93 links to entries about Aztec gods and goddesses.
American Indian Heritage Foundation
American Indian Heritage Foundation: Aztec Creation
A brief story describing the creation of the world according to Aztec belief called Coatlique.
Exploratorium
Exploratorium: The Sweet Lure of Chocolate
Ah, chocolate. Read about its history, manufacture, and its health benefits. Also includes recipes.
PurposeGames
Purpose Games: The Pyramids
14 question game tests your knowledge of pyramids. Can you match the pyramid with its correct name?
Lin and Don Donn
Mr Donn: The Inca Empire for Kids
Website presents material for kids and teachers on the history, geography, and culture of the Inca Civilization.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: Unit 1 Early Life in the Western Hemisphere
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart is a great unit for teaching how the early people migrated to the Americas through the Land Bridge Theory and some of the different characteristics of the Native America's culture.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: World History: Unit: 600 1450 Regional & Interregional Interaction
The World History unit is from Khan Academy. The years 600 to 1450 are included. The Byzantine Empire, European Middle Ages, origins of Islam, spread of Islam, Great Schism, Crusades, Mongols, Song China, Medieval Japan, Maya Empire,...
abcteach
Abcteach: Social Studies: History
[Free Registration/Login Required] A directory of history resources (games, activities, puzzles, graphics) to be used as part of elementary study of Ancient Egypt and Greece, the Middle Ages, the Revolutionary War, and other topics....
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: The Early Americas Civilizations Power Point
This lesson is for cooperative learning groups. This lesson will take place in the classroom and the computer lab. Students will create PowerPoints on the early Americas civilizations of the Hohokam, Anasazi, Mississippians, Inuit,...
Mex Connect
Mexico's Colonial Era Part Ii: Religion and Society in New Spain
This article examines religion in Mexico beginning with the Spanish conquest of the Aztec Empire, and some of the changes since then.
National Earth Science Teachers Association
Windows to the Universe: Mythology Hangman
Test your knowledge of world mythology by playing Mythology Hangman, a Java applet and website that features images, maps, and descriptions for beginner, intermediate, and advanced students. It is a great resource to supplement mythology...
Encyclopedia Mythica
Encyclopedia Mythica: Tezcatlipoca
This site from the Encyclopedia Mythica contains a brief overview of the Aztec god, Texcatlipoca. The information is short but very informative and contains great background information on the subject.
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Who2 Biographies: Montezuma Ii Biography
This resource provides a brief biographical sketch on the Aztec priest king Montezuma, including the mysterious circumstances surrounding his death.
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Tenochtitlan
At this site read how the Aztecs found the city they named Tenochtitlan and a brief description of what it looked like.
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