Check out this fantastic research project where learners work to see the modern world through the eyes of a historian and analyze a contemporary event of their choice. An in-depth reflection on the project is given by the project...

An excellent report that clearly lays out the Taliban, their roots and ideologies. (10 April 2007)

This article covers the rebirth of the Taleban resistance movement in Afghanistan in June 2006. Also analyzes how and why they were able to become a power again in Afghanistan.

[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about problems created by the drug trade in America and in other countries. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.